Straight arm bar pulldown
Main muscle worked: Latissimus dorsi, posterior deltoids, infraspinatus, teres major.
Besides lat pull down, straight arm pulldown is a good back exercise for your latissimus dorsi and upper part of your back.
- Stand facing the cable machine. Grab the straight bar overhand in shoulder width. Lean forward.
- Pull the bar down, keep your arms straight and are in the line with your sides. Return in a controlled movement.
Perform 8-12 reps for 2-3 sets.
Tips: Avoid rounding your shoulders but keep your chest open. You should feel stronger abdominal muscles engagement in the middle of the pulling movement.