Back Beginner
Lat Pulldown
Cable · Machine
Abstract movement graphic. Follow the written steps below.
How to perform
Adjust the thigh pad to hold you in place and take an overhand grip.
Sit tall with a small backward lean and the bar above you.
Pull the bar toward the top of your chest by driving your elbows down.
Let the bar rise slowly until your arms extend, keeping the stack controlled.
Key cues
- Keep your torso angle steady.
- Pull in front of the head.
- Keep wrists in line with forearms.
Common mistakes
- Pulling behind the neck.
- Rocking backward to move a heavy load.
- Using only a short range near the bottom.
Alternatives
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