Lateral Pull Down

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Lateral Pull Down

Starting Position

Lat Pull Down High Pulley Bar - Starting Position
Lat Pull Down High Pulley Bar
  • Adjust seat so feet can touch the ground
  • Ensure that the thigh pad is snug on top of thigh
  • Grip the bar at a wide, even position.  Palms are facing the machine
  • Sit down with thighs under thigh pad, feet on the ground, back straight and abdominals stable

Downward Movement

Lateral Pull Down using High Pulley Bar Movement
  • Maintain an upright position and pull elbow down to full contraction, hands will follow.
  • Back straight and abdominals stable

Upward Movement

  • Slowly return the bar to the start position
  • Maintain strict form throughout

Targeted Muscle Group: Back – Lats

Primary Muscles Used: Latissimus Dorsi and Pectoral Major

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