Cable rope face pull

Pull the rope toward the face while separating the hands and opening the elbows.

The model illustrates the general movement. Adjust the seat and handles to the machine you use.

Level

Basic

Equipment

Cable machine

Measure

reps

Tempo

2-1-1-0 (down, pause, up, pause)

Technique

1. Set the pulley at face height and stand steadily.
2. Pull the rope while separating the hands beside the face.
3. Return with control while keeping the torso still.

Common mistakes

• Leaning the whole torso backward.
• Shrugging or keeping the elbows low beside the body.