How to do it
Keep your feet planted flat on the floor throughout each repetition.
- 1
Sit at a lat pulldown machine with the cable pulley set above head height.
- 2
Grasp the handle with a close grip, palms facing each other.
- 3
Lean back slightly and pull the handle down to your upper chest.
- 4
Pause and squeeze your lats at the bottom of the movement.
- 5
Slowly return the handle to the starting position with arms fully extended.
- 6
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Lead with your elbows and squeeze your shoulder blades together at the bottom of the movement for maximum lat engagement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Leaning back excessively during the pull
- ✕Pulling the handle below upper chest level
- ✕Bouncing out of the bottom position