One of the most popular cable back exercises, the wide-grip lat pulldown mimics a pull-up while allowing for greater volume and progression. It builds upper-body strength and muscle definition.
Instructions
- Sit down at a cable pulldown machine and grip the wide bar with an overhand grip.
- Lean back slightly with your chest tall and elbows pointed down.
- Pull the bar to your upper chest by engaging your lats and bending your elbows.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the bottom.
- Slowly return the bar to the top and repeat.
Related Muscle Groups
- Lats
See exercises for Lats · Learn about the Lats - Biceps (secondary)
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