Regrann from @dr.joelseedman_ahp - The straight arm lat pulldown is an incredibly effective combination lat and core exercise, but only when you don't rush through the movement with very littler motor control and little thought to proper execution. Performing the movement on one leg this forces the lifter to pay attention to their body alignment, movement mechanics, and technique, as it requires exponentially greater motor control. Here I have NFL defensive end @jwynn94 and NFL offensive lineman @kidfromwrens performing a biomechanical drop set of the straight arm lat pulldown, performing 5 reps on each leg then finishing with 5 additional reps on both legs. Notice how both athletes maintain a slight natural torso lean and hip hinge throughout as this represents optimal positioning for straight arm pulldowns. In addition, they both use a natural range of motion by not overstretching in the top position or pulling too low in the bottom position (i.e. stopping 1-3 inches before their hips). In other words, the use a natural range of motion not an excessive range of motion. This helps maintain a neutral spinal position without sacrificing optimal shoulder mechanics or producing shoulder rounding (common problems many individuals demonstrate on straight arm pulldowns). As an added bonus this variation does wonders for improving foot and ankle mechanics. I recommend pausing in both the top and bottom positions to ensure greater time under tension of the targeted musculature as well as promoting increased motor control and stability. Live well, train hard. #latpulldown #latpulldowns #latpulls #latpull #latpulldownsgiveyouwings #latpullsgiveyouwings #latpump #straightarm #straightarmpulldown #straightarmpulldowns #straightarmstrength #straightarmlatpulldowns #singleleg #singlelegtraining #singlelegstrength #functionalstrength #fitfam #nutrition #workout #crossfitness #balancetraining #gymmotivation #fitness #gym #rangeofmotion #sportsperformance #weighttraining #athleticeatery #toronto #greatertorontoarea (at Toronto, Ontario)
