How to do it
Plant both feet flat on the floor for a stable base.
- 1
Attach a V-bar to the high pulley of a cable station.
- 2
Grip the V-bar with palms facing each other and sit down, securing your thighs under the pads.
- 3
Lean back slightly and pull the bar down to your upper chest.
- 4
Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the bottom of the movement.
- 5
Slowly return the bar to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
- 6
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Focus on pulling the bar down with your lats and minimize the involvement of your biceps by keeping your wrists neutral.
Common mistakes
- ✕Leaning back excessively to pull
- ✕Pulling the bar below the upper chest
- ✕Letting the elbows flare during the pull