close grip lat pulldown
close grip lat pulldown is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Sit securely on the machine and grab the V-bar with a close, neutral grip. Brace your core and lean back slightly.
Step 2
Pull the handle down toward your upper chest, focusing on driving the elbows down and back to squeeze the lats.
Step 3
Hold the contraction briefly at the bottom, then slowly extend your arms back up, fully stretching the lats.
Step 4
Avoid body swinging and maintain constant tension on the muscles throughout the movement.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
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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