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cable v-bar lateral pulldown

cable v-bar lateral pulldown is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Sit down on the cable pulldown machine and grab the v-bar attachment with an overhand grip

Step 2. Adjust the knee pad so that your thighs are secured under it

Step 3. Keep your back straight and lean back slightly

Step 4. Pull the v-bar down towards your upper chest while keeping your elbows close to your body

Step 5. Squeeze your back muscles at the bottom of the movement

Step 6. Slowly return the v-bar to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

lats

Secondary muscles

bicepsrhomboidsrear deltoids

Primary body parts

back

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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