Straight arm pull downs

About this Exercise

Learn how to perform the Straight arm pull downs with proper technique. This Olympic weightlifting exercise demonstration shows the correct form and movement pattern.

💡Coaching Tips

• Maintain the same positions as your full lift
• Keep the bar close throughout
• Extend fully through the hips
• Finish tall with a strong shrug
• Control the bar back to the start

⚠️Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Different technique than the full lift
• Pulling with the arms too early
• Not finishing the extension
• Letting the bar loop away
• Rushing through the movement