Cable Straight Arm Pulldown: A Guide for Lats Activation

Instructions:

1. 1. Attach a straight bar to the high pulley of a cable machine.
   2. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, facing the machine.
   3. Grip the bar with an overhand grip, arms fully extended.
   4. Step back slightly to create tension in the cable and hinge slightly at the hips.
   5. Pull the bar down in a wide arc toward your thighs, keeping your arms straight.
   6. Squeeze your lats at the bottom, then slowly return to the starting position.

Tips:

• • Keep your arms straight but not locked; focus on the movement coming from your lats.
  • Avoid leaning too far forward or backward.
  • Use a controlled pace to prevent momentum from taking over.
  • Engage your core to maintain stability.
  • Perform 3–4 sets of 10–15 reps for strength and muscle activation.