Breathing
Exhale as you draw the resistance toward you and inhale as the arms return under control. Avoid using a breath hold to create momentum.
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The Face Pull primarily works the shoulders, with the middle back supporting the movement. It is a strength movement performed with cable.
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Movement instructions
Facing a high pulley with a rope or dual handles attached, pull the weight directly towards your face, separating your hands as you do so. Keep your upper arms parallel to the ground.
Technique guidance
Exhale as you draw the resistance toward you and inhale as the arms return under control. Avoid using a breath hold to create momentum.
General guidance based on the exercise and equipment. It is not personal coaching or medical advice.
Your progress
Keep the same cable setup, range of motion and recording method when comparing Face Pull sessions.
Weight, repetitions and completed sets.
Example: 3 sets of 8 reps at 30 kg. Next time, record the actual result, even if it is the same.
Look for more repetitions at the same weight, or a heavier weight for comparable repetitions. Total weight lifted also changes when you add sets, so it is not a strength score.
Read the tracking guideThe examples show how to keep a record. They are not workout targets or a personalised training plan.
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Muscle guide
Shoulders is the primary muscle group. The lighter highlights show the supporting muscles involved in the movement.
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These movements also target the shoulders using something else.
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