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Lat Pulldown

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BackStrengthBeginner Difficulty 1 out of 5Cable Machine~6 kcal/min

Secondary muscles: Biceps

How to perform it

  1. 1Sit at the machine with thighs secured under the pad.
  2. 2Grip the bar wider than shoulder-width.
  3. 3Pull the bar down to your upper chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  4. 4Return to the start under control.

Form tips

  • Lead with the elbows rather than pulling with the hands

Common mistakes

  • Leaning back excessively
  • Pulling behind the neck

Variations

  • Close-Grip Pulldown
  • Single-Arm Pulldown
  • Straight-Arm Pulldown

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