Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Brachioradialis, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Lateral Pulldown
How to: Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown
- Adjust the cable pulley to a high position and select the desired weight.
- Sit down with your feet flat on the ground and grasp the bar with a wide grip.
- Pull the bar down towards your chest, while keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the bottom of the movement.
- Slowly return to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling with the arms instead of engaging the back muscles.
- Allowing the shoulders to shrug up towards the ears.
- Not fully extending the arms back to starting position.
Modifications
- Use bands instead of a cable machine for lighter resistance.
- Perform the exercise seated to provide back support.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movement.
- Adjust the weight according to your strength level.
Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
latissimus dorsi
cable
upper body
pulldown