How to do it
Let your working shoulder stretch fully at the bottom before each pull.
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Set the cable to the lowest position and select the appropriate weight.
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Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent.
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Bend forward at the hips until your torso is nearly parallel to the floor.
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Grasp the cable handle with one hand and let it hang straight down.
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Pull the handle towards your waist, keeping your elbow close to your body.
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Slowly lower the handle back to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Expert tip
Keep your back parallel to the floor and avoid rotating your torso to maintain tension on the targeted muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Standing too upright instead of bent over
- ✕Letting the elbow flare out from the body
- ✕Yanking the weight with a jerky pull