Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | isolated |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | opposing high cable pulley |
Additional Equipment | flat bench |
Instructions
Preparation
Position flat bench centrical between pulleys and grasp left high pulley with right hand and vice versa. Lie supine on bench, shoulders aligned with pulleys. Hold hands above chest.Execution
Pull arms down to sides until elbows reach height of bench pad. Keep elbows slightly bent and hold upper arms perpendicular to torso. Return to starting position and repeat.Variations / Comments
Keep upper arms perpendicular to torso to minimize influence of Latissimus.
Starting Position
Ending Position
Muscles
Target | Deltoid, Posterior |
Synergist | Deltoid, Lateral | Rhomboids | Infraspinatus | Teres Minor | Trapezius, Middle | Trapezius, Lower |
Stabilizers | Triceps Brachii | Wrist Extensors | Erector Spinae |
Front
Rear