lat pulldown
lat pulldown is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Adjust the cable pulldown machine so that the seat is at a comfortable height and the knee pad is secured.
Step 2
Sit on the seat with your back straight and your feet flat on the ground.
Step 3
Grasp the cable bar with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Step 4
Lean back slightly and engage your core.
Step 5
Pull the cable bar down towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Step 6
Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, then slowly release the bar back to the starting position.
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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