Cable Incline Pushdown
Primary Equipment
Cable pulley machine
Cable pulley machine
Secondary Equipment
Inclined Bench
Inclined Bench
Instructions
- Position an incline bench facing the cable machine, set back slightly, and sit with your back toward the pulley.
- Grasp the straight bar or rope with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- Keep your back straight and your core engaged.
- Pull the bar down toward your thighs, strongly contracting your back muscles.
- Control the return to the starting position, feeling the stretch in your back.
Tips
- Keep your elbows slightly bent throughout the movement.
- Focus on engaging your back muscles, not just your arms.
- Avoid swinging your body to generate momentum.
- Maintain a stable torso and engaged core.
