Rope Straight Arm Pulldown - Back Strengthening exercise
Exercise Overview
The rope straight arm pulldown is a strengthening exercise for the back and shoulder extensors, especially the latissimus dorsi. It is commonly used to improve scapular control, shoulder stability, and pulling strength in rehabilitation and conditioning programs.
Muscles Involved
Latissimus dorsiTeres majorPosterior deltoidTrapeziusRhomboidsSerratus anteriorTriceps brachii (long head)
Related Conditions
Shoulder instabilityScapular dyskinesisRotator cuff weaknessSubacromial pain syndromePostural dysfunctionGeneral back weakness
