Cable 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
- 6.5
- Alternate Names
- Lat Pulldown
How to: Cable Pulldown
- Sit down at the cable machine and adjust the knee pad so that it fits snugly against your thighs.
- Grab the bar with a grip slightly wider than shoulder-width.
- Pull the bar down towards your upper chest while keeping your elbows tucked in.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the bottom of the movement.
- Slowly raise the bar back to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far backward while pulling.
- Letting the weights drop too quickly instead of controlling the movement.
- Not engaging the core, leading to poor form.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights for beginners.
- Perform the exercise seated or standing based on comfort.
Tips
- Maintain a straight back during the exercise.
- Focus on pulling through your elbows rather than your hands.
- Control the weight both while pulling down and releasing.
Cable Pulldown Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
latissimus dorsi
cable
muscle building
pulldown