Rotating Pulley Pulldown on Decline Bench Lats Abs
Adds rotation to the decline pulldown for combined lat and oblique engagement.
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: lats. Secondary: abs, obliques |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Back |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Pull |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 each side |
| Estimated calories burned | ~28 kcal |
How to do it
- Lie on a decline bench and grip a cable handle.
- Pull the handle down while rotating the torso.
- Squeeze the lat and obliques at the bottom.
- Return with control.
- Complete reps then switch sides.
Equipment
- Cable Pulley
- Decline Bench
Coaching tips
Benefits
Adds rotation to the decline pulldown for combined lat and oblique engagement.
Common mistakes
Avoid excessive momentum or losing control of the rotation.
Make it harder
Increase weight or slow the tempo.
Make it easier
Perform without the rotation.
Breathing
Exhale as you pull and rotate, inhale as you return.
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