Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown
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Equipment
The cable bar lateral pulldown is an exercise that primarily targets the back muscles. It involves pulling a bar down from above to below the chin while keeping the elbows close to the body. This movement is excellent for developing strength and size in the upper back and latissimus dorsi.
How to do it
- Sit at the cable machine with feet flat and knees under the pad.
- Grasp the cable bar with an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulder-width.
- Engage your core and pull the bar down to your upper chest while keeping your back straight.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together as the bar reaches your chest.
- Slowly return the bar to the starting position, maintaining control.
Muscles worked
Primary Latissimus Dorsi
Secondary Biceps Brachii Rhomboids Trapezius Lower Fibers Trapezius Middle Fibers
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