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Cable Twisting Pull

An exercise for the Back - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partBack Target muscleLats EquipmentCable

Step by step

  1. Attach a cable handle to a low pulley and stand facing the machine.
  2. Grasp the handle with your left hand and step away from the machine, extending your arm fully.
  3. Position your feet shoulder-width apart, with your knees slightly bent.
  4. Keep your back straight and your core engaged throughout the exercise.
  5. Pull the handle towards your body, rotating your torso to the right as you do so.
  6. Squeeze your back muscles at the end of the movement.
  7. Slowly return to the starting position, keeping tension on the cable.
  8. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides and perform with your right hand.

Muscles worked

Lats (primary)ShouldersBiceps

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