To ensure maximum contraction, focus
on getting a full range of motion by fully extending the shoulder at the bottom and forcefully pulling it up and back at the top.
Not exact matches
This style
of working out can be used for strength gains because by using more weight
on the limited -
range -
of -
motion lift you
get stronger
on the
full -
range -
of -
motion lift.
We're not necessarily looking for
full range of motion on the pull... just enough to
get that massive cross-tension.
I believe that going overly heavy
on these can lead to injury, so keep the weight down,
get a
full range of motion and really focus
on quality reps. Adjust the pad so it is just above the feet.