Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | Lat Pull |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp pulldown bar with wide overhand grip. Sit upright on seat and position heels below knees.Execution
Pull bar down behind neck. Lean slightly forward to prevent bar from hitting head. Return, keep arms slightly flexed and repeat.Variations / Comments
In upper position let shoulders be pulled upwards. Put thighs under support to handle heavy resistance. Keep looking ahead, donīt put chin on chest. Lat pulldowns are a great prelude to chin-ups.![Cable Lat Pulldown, Rear | Starting Position Cable Lat Pulldown, Rear Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/17/317.jpg)
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![Cable Lat Pulldown, Rear | Ending Position Cable Lat Pulldown, Rear Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/18/318.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Latissimus Dorsi |
Synergist | Deltoid, Posterior | Rhomboids | Trapezius, Middle | Trapezius, Lower | Brachialis | Brachioradialis |
Stabilizers | during heavy training: Hip Flexors | Rectus Abdominis |
![Cable Lat Pulldown, Rear | Muscles Front Cable Lat Pulldown, Rear Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/57/157.jpg)
Front
![Cable Lat Pulldown, Rear | Muscles Rear Cable Lat Pulldown, Rear Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/58/158.jpg)
Rear
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