Equipmentleverage machine
Difficultybeginner
latsback
Reverse Grip Machine Lat Pulldown
The reverse grip machine lat pulldown targets the latissimus dorsi using a leverage machine and an underhand grip, also engaging the biceps and forearms. It is performed seated with controlled movement, focusing on pulling the handles down to the chest and squeezing the shoulder blades together.
Step-by-Step Form & Technique
- 1.Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your knees under the pads and your feet flat on the ground.
- 2.Grasp the handles with an underhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 3.Sit upright with your chest out and shoulders back, maintaining a slight arch in your lower back.
- 4.Pull the handles down towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- 5.Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, then slowly release the handles back to the starting position.
- 6.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
bicepsforearms
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