Back Exercises
Narrow Pulldowns with Handgrips - Shoulder Extension (with elbow flexion)
Muscles Worked
Latissimus Dorsi, Teres Major, Rear Deltoids, Biceps
Machine Set-Up
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Seated - Facing the Power Rod® unit
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Front Lat Cross Bar
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Leg extension removed
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Handgrips
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Attach the clips to the Power Rod® resistance rods.
Success Tips
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Keep your chest lifted, knees bent and your feet flat
on the floor.
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Do not bend your neck forwards or backwards
during the motion.
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Keep your spine aligned, abs tight and a slight arch in
your lower back. Do not slouch.
Stiff Arm Pulldowns
Muscles Worked
Latissimus Dorsi, Teres Major, Rear Deltoids, Lower
Trapezius, Biceps
Machine Set-Up
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Standing - Facing the Power Rod® unit
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Front Lat Cross Bar
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Leg extension and seat assembly removed
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Handgrips
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Attach the clips to the Power Rod® resistance rods.
Success Tips
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Keep your lats tightened throughout the exercise.
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Keep your chest lifted and maintain spinal alignment
with a slight arch in your lower back.
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Release your shoulder blades at the end of each rep.
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Initiate each new rep by depressing your shoulder
blades.
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Keep your elbows nearly straight (do not lock your
elbows) throughout the exercise.
Exercises
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