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Cable Pushdown (straight Arm) Ii
Stand facing a high cable pulley with a straight bar attached. Grasp the bar with an overhand grip and keep your arms straight or with a slight bend at the elbows. Pull the bar down in a controlled arc toward your thighs while keeping your arms extended, focusing on engaging your lats. Slowly return to the starting position. Maintain good posture and avoid bending the elbows significantly.
Primary muscle
Latissimus dorsi (primary)
Secondary muscles
with assistance from triceps (especially long head), shoulders, and upper back stabilizers
Equipment
Cable
Category
Back
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