How to do it
Pin your shoulder blades together at the peak of each pull.
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Sit on the leverage machine with your feet on the platform and knees slightly bent.
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Lean forward to grasp the handles with a neutral grip.
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Sit back with your arms extended, maintaining a straight back.
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Pull the handles towards your waist, keeping your elbows close to your body.
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Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Maintain a neutral spine and avoid jerking the weight; use a controlled tempo to maximize muscle engagement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Using excessive leg drive to move the weight
- ✕Letting the elbows flare outward during pull
- ✕Partial reps without full arm extension