Back · Beginner

Straight Arm Pulldown

A lat isolation movement that teaches you to feel the back working.

How to perform it

1. 1Set a high pulley and grip the bar with straight arms.
2. 2Hinge slightly at the hips and brace the trunk.
3. 3Sweep the bar down to the thighs using only the shoulders.
4. 4Return slowly overhead without bending the elbows.

Coaching notes

• Keep a soft elbow angle locked in place.
• Light loads and higher repetitions work best.