Face Pull

Step-by-step technique for Face Pull, an exercise for rear delts using cable. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

Technique video

How to do it

  1. Attach a rope to a high cable pulley.
  2. Grip the rope with both hands and stand with straight arms.
  3. Pull the rope toward your face, splitting your hands apart.
  4. Return under control.
Coach tip: Pull toward your forehead with high elbows. Rotate out at the end.

Muscles worked

Primary: Rear Delts
Secondary: Traps, Rotator Cuff

Face Pull is a strength exercise that loads the rear delts using cable. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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