Isolates the lats with zero biceps involvement.
Keep your arms locked straight and pull from your lats, not your hands.
The Straight-Arm Pulldown is a Back-first movement, with Triceps working as the supporting cast. Track it consistently and you'll see exactly how it feeds your back volume for the week.
The Straight-Arm Pulldown primarily works the Back with Triceps assisting.
Pick a weight where you finish each set with 1 to 2 clean reps left in the tank. Own the top of your rep range before adding weight.
For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.
