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One-Arm Cable Pulldown

Start
Finish
Main muscle
Back
Also works
Biceps
Difficulty
Beginner
Movement
Vertical pull · Multi-joint

Equipment

  • Cable machine

How to do it

  1. Attach a single handle to the top pulley, pick a weight and sit or kneel under the pulley.
  2. Hold the handle with one hand, arm stretched up overhead.
  3. Pull the handle down, bringing your elbow down to your side.
  4. Let it rise back up slowly; finish your reps, then repeat on each side.

Do all reps on one side, then switch.

Beginner tip: Drive your elbow down toward your hip without twisting your body.

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