Face Pull
Technique guide
Set-up
- Set a rope on a cable pulley at about head height.
- Hold each end with your palms facing each other and step back until your arms are straight.
How to do it
- Pull the rope towards your face, splitting the ends apart as it comes in.
- Finish with your hands beside your ears and your elbows high.
- Return slowly until your arms are straight.
Coaching cues
- Lead with your elbows, keeping them at or above shoulder height.
- Squeeze between your shoulder blades at the end of each rep.
Common mistakes
- Using a weight so heavy you lean back to move it.
- Letting the elbows drop so it turns into a row.
Reviewed by Anthony Markson on 2026-11-01
This is general fitness information, not medical advice. If you have pain or an injury, see a doctor or physiotherapist before training.
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