Vertical pull · Coached in Recomp
Lat pulldown
The lat pulldown is a beginner vertical pull exercise for your back and biceps, using lat pulldown.
- Main muscles
- Back, Biceps
- Also works
- Middle back, Shoulders
- Equipment
- Lat pulldown
- Level
- Beginner
Setup
Set the thigh pad so your legs are locked in. Grip the bar a little wider than your shoulders.
How to do it
- Lean back slightly and lift your chest.
- Pull the bar to your upper chest, driving your elbows down.
- Let it rise to a full stretch.
Coaching cues
- Elbows to your back pockets.
- Chest up to meet the bar.
Common mistakes
- Pulling behind the neck.
- Leaning way back and rowing it.
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