Straight-Arm Cable Lat Pulldown
Isolates the lats without bicep involvement, excellent for pre-exhaust or finishing.
3D Visual Form & Technique Demonstration
Biomechanically verified form execution and joint angle cues.
Stand facing high cable with straight or curved bar. Grasp bar with overhand grip, step back, and hinge hips slightly.
- Primary Muscle: BACK
- Secondary Synergists: TRICEPS
- Rest Interval: 60 seconds between sets
Straight-Arm Cable Lat Pulldown Anatomy Activation
Primary motor unit recruitment for back with secondary synergist stabilizers.
Step-by-Step Execution Guide
Stand facing high cable with straight or curved bar.
Grasp bar with overhand grip, step back, and hinge hips slightly.
Keeping arms straight with elbows unlocked, pull bar down in arc to thighs.
Squeeze lats intensely at bottom, then return smoothly up to shoulder height.
Common Mistakes & Form Fixes
Bending elbows turning it into a tricep pushdown.
Allowing shoulders to round forward.
Keep core tight to protect lower back.
Alternative Exercises & Swaps
If the equipment is occupied or you need a joint-friendly variation, substitute with these approved movements:
