Gist
Can face pulls build muscle? Learn which muscles they train, how to set the cable, progress reps, and compare them with rear-delt alternatives.
Learn what face pulls can strengthen, why they are not a posture cure, and how to use them comfortably as part of a balanced routine.
Find out how much grip training face pulls provide, what exercises train support grip more directly, and how to balance grip with back work.
Learn what face pulls contribute to upper-body strength, how they compare with rows and presses, and how to program them as accessory work.
Learn how face pulls contribute to upper-back strength, why they work best as an accessory, and how to progress them alongside rows and pulldowns.