The straight-arm pulldown is relatively simple and hard to screw up, but there’s still some room for error. If you’re going to utilize this lift in your quest for a bigger back, you … See more

While you can never go wrong with the basics, a bit of novelty never hurts. By adjusting your grip placement, switching the attachment, or slightly altering the bar path, you can fin… See more

There are plenty of other exercises that you can use to isolate and grow your back. The lying pullover and chest-supported pulldown both provide direct work for the lats and ad… See more

The straight-arm pulldown primarily emphasizes the latissimus dorsi (lats) and the teres minor muscle. Both of these muscles work to extend the arm, which is the main ac… See more