How to do it
Keep your wrists stacked directly over your forearms throughout.
- 1
Sit on the leverage machine with your back flat against the pad.
- 2
Grasp the handles with a neutral grip (palms facing each other).
- 3
Press the handles upward until your arms are fully extended but not locked.
- 4
Lower the handles back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Ensure proper seat adjustment and keep your back flat against the pad to prevent excessive arching of your lower back.
Common mistakes
- ✕Fully locking the elbows at the top
- ✕Letting the elbows drop below shoulder height
- ✕Pressing one handle up faster than the other