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Exercise guide
Cable Standing Face Pull
The Cable Standing Face Pull is an upper-back and shoulder exercise that targets the rear delts, traps, and rotator cuff muscles. This movement helps improve posture and shoulder stability.
Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
Sculpt
How to
How to do the Cable Standing Face Pull
- 01
Set a cable pulley to upper-chest or face height and attach a rope.
- 02
Stand facing the machine with feet shoulder-width apart.
- 03
Grip the rope with palms facing inward.
- 04
Pull the rope toward your face while flaring your elbows outward.
- 05
Separate the rope ends as they approach your face.
- 06
Squeeze your upper back and rear delts at the end of the movement.
- 07
Slowly return to the starting position.
- 08
Repeat for the desired number of reps.
Performance tips
Cues that matter
- Keep your shoulders down and back.
- Avoid leaning backward during the pull.
- Focus on elbow movement rather than hand position.
Common questions
Frequently asked
What muscles does the Cable Standing Face Pull work?
The Cable Standing Face Pull primarily targets the Back. Supporting muscles include Shoulders.
Is the Cable Standing Face Pull a compound or isolation exercise?
The Cable Standing Face Pull is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.
What equipment do I need for the Cable Standing Face Pull?
You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.
What difficulty level is the Cable Standing Face Pull?
The Cable Standing Face Pull is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.
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