How to do it
Lock your gaze on a fixed point ahead during each repetition.
- 1
Stand next to the cable machine and attach a handle to the high pulley.
- 2
Grasp the handle with one hand, palm facing down, and step away to create tension.
- 3
With a slight bend in your elbow, pull the handle down to your side in a wide arc.
- 4
Slowly return the handle to the starting position while resisting the pull of the weight stack.
- 5
Complete all reps on one side before switching to the other arm.
Expert tip
Keep your torso stationary and focus on using your lats to pull the weight down.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbow during the pulldown arc
- ✕Rocking the hips toward the cable machine
- ✕Flexing the wrist during the pulling motion