How many sets and reps should I do?

A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.

How do I track the straight arm pulldown in SweatByte?

Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

Straight Arm Pulldown: how to do it and muscles worked

The straight arm pulldown mainly works your lats. You need a cable machine.

Muscles worked

Main

Lats

How to do the straight arm pulldown

1
Stand facing a high cable with a straight bar or rope, hands shoulder width apart. Hinge slightly at the hips with a flat back and arms straight in front of you.
2
Keeping your arms nearly straight, sweep the bar down in an arc to your thighs, squeezing your lats. Let it rise slowly back to shoulder height.
3
Breathe out as you pull down and in as you return, about three seconds up. Keep a soft bend in your elbows.

Form tip: Do not bend your elbows to push down; keep the movement coming from your lats and keep your core braced.

Common questions

Which muscles does the straight arm pulldown work?: The straight arm pulldown mainly works your lats.
What equipment do I need for the straight arm pulldown?: You need a cable machine.
How many sets and reps should I do?: A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
How do I track the straight arm pulldown in SweatByte?: Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.