How to do it
Pause the handle against your waist for one full second each rep.
- 1
Sit on the leverage machine with your feet flat on the platform.
- 2
Grasp the handle with a neutral grip (palm facing in).
- 3
Pull the handle towards your waist, keeping your back straight and elbows close to your body.
- 4
Slowly extend your arm to return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Expert tip
Keep your shoulders down and back to prevent them from creeping up towards your ears, which can cause unnecessary strain on the neck.
Common mistakes
- ✕Flaring the elbow out away from the ribs
- ✕Rocking the torso back with each pull
- ✕Curling the wrist during the pull