Cable Incline Pushdown

Learn how to perform the Cable Incline Pushdown, a beginner exercise that targets the lats using cable. Includes step-by-step instructions.

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Starting position of Cable Incline Pushdown
Starting position of Cable Incline Pushdown
Ending position of Cable Incline Pushdown
Ending position of Cable Incline Pushdown

Instructions

  1. Lie on incline an bench facing away from a high pulley machine that has a straight bar attachment on it.
  2. Grasp the straight bar attachment overhead with a pronated (overhand; palms down) shoulder width grip and extend your arms in front of you. The bar should be around 2 inches away from your upper thighs. This will be your starting position.
  3. Keeping the upper arms stationary, lift your arms back in a semi circle until the bar is straight over your head. Breathe in during this portion of the movement.
  4. Slowly go back to the starting position using your lats and hold the contraction once you reach the starting position. Breathe out during the execution of this movement.
  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

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