Cable Rear Pulldown

Cable Rear Pulldown demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand at a high pulley machine with a straight-bar attached
  • 2Grab the bar with a shoulder-width overhand grip
  • 3Pull the bar down to your upper chest, while keeping your torso still
  • 4Hold for a moment, then slowly raise the bar back to the starting position
  • 5Repeat for desired reps

Tips:

  • Ensure to keep your back straight throughout the exercise
  • Squeeze your shoulder blades together as you pull the bar towards your body
  • The movement should be smooth and controlled, not jerky
  • Exhale while pulling down, and inhale while returning to your starting position.

Cable Rear Pulldown Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs