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How to do Lat Pulldown

Primary muscle: Back · Secondary: Biceps, Shoulders

BackBeginnerCable, MachineCompound
Lat Pulldown start and end positionLat Pulldown start and end position

Step-by-step

  1. Grip the bar wider than shoulder width and adjust the knee pads so your legs are secured.
  2. Lean your torso back slightly and open your chest up.
  3. Initiate the movement by pulling your shoulder blades down.
  4. Pull the bar toward your upper chest by driving your elbows down and back.
  5. Let the bar rise back up slowly, controlling it with your back muscles.

Coaching tip

Keep your chest up, pull the bar to your collarbone, and drive your elbows down.

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