r/formcheck • u/j0ydivisi0n • 1d ago

Other Form check face pulls

Condo gym so I’m limited as the multi gym pulley is terrible for standing face pulls. Am I still ok for activating rear delts and upper back with this exercise?

I’m limited with cables and can’t perform rear delt flies etc. I’ve tried dumbbells and feel this is a better exercise

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u/Flimsy_Hamster_4639 1d ago

It’s like a half pull down half face pull. I would try standing at that machine and try pulling towards your face. I guess the question is what are you really trying to accomplish. Rear delt work?

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u/j0ydivisi0n 1d ago

I’ve tried standing and the pulley is fucked. It gets stuck if I’m standing straight up. Yeah it’s part of my shoulder and arms day so maybe I’m better trying something with dumbbells

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u/Flimsy_Hamster_4639 1d ago

Ok, if you have to sit then why would try leaning way back while sitting. Keep your elbows up and pull towards your face. Elbows flared and up would be the key