Cable Underhand Pulldown Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Brachioradialis, Teres Major, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Underhand Cable Pull, Cable Close Grip Pulldown
How to: Cable Underhand Pulldown
- Stand facing the cable machine with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grasp the underhand grip handle with palms facing you.
- With arms extended in front of you, pull the handle down towards your chest while keeping elbows close to your body.
- Squeeze your back muscles at the bottom of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much momentum in the pull.
- Not maintaining a neutral spine throughout the movement.
- Allowing shoulders to rise up towards the ears.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to practice the movement before progressing to heavier weights.
- Perform the exercise seated if standing causes discomfort.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain proper posture.
- Do not pull too quickly; control your movement for better muscle engagement.
- Adjust the cable height based on your comfort and mobility.
Cable Underhand Pulldown Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
latissimus dorsi
cable exercise
upper body
pulling motion