Standing Swimmers Pulldown with Short Pulley Bar
Standing swimming-style pulldown that trains the lats through a functional pulling pattern.
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: lats. Secondary: rear delts, core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Back |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Pull |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~28 kcal |
How to do it
- Stand facing a high pulley with a short bar attachment.
- Pull the bar downward in a swimming-style pattern.
- Squeeze the lats at the bottom.
- Return with control.
- Repeat for desired reps.
Equipment
- Cable Pulley
- Short Bar
Coaching tips
Benefits
Standing swimming-style pulldown that trains the lats through a functional pulling pattern.
Common mistakes
Avoid using momentum or shrugging the shoulders.
Make it harder
Increase weight or slow the tempo.
Make it easier
Reduce the weight or range.
Breathing
Exhale as you pull down, inhale as you return.
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