Straight Single Arm Lat Pushdown Olympic
Olympic straight-arm path isolates the lat without bicep recruitment
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Lats, Teres Major. Secondary: Core, Rear Deltoids |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Back |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Pull |
| Sets & reps | 4 sets × 12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~80 kcal |
How to do it
- While holding a high pulley, keep a straight arm
Equipment
- Pulley optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Olympic straight-arm path isolates the lat without bicep recruitment
Common mistakes
Bending elbow; losing vertical torso; using shoulder momentum
Make it harder
Add pause at hip; increase resistance
Make it easier
Reduce resistance; two-arm version
Breathing
Exhale on exersion
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