Lever Cross Lat Pulldown Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Teres Major, Brachioradialis, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Cross Lat Pulldown, Lever Lat Pulldown
How to: Lever Cross Lat Pulldown
- Adjust the seat and lever to your height.
- Sit down with your feet flat on the ground and grasp the lever.
- Pull the lever down towards your chest while squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Control the weight back to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Failing to keep the torso upright when pulling down.
- Using too much momentum, which can lead to injury.
- Not fully extending the arms at the top of the movement.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to start if you're recovering from an injury.
- Perform a partial range of motion until strength improves.
Tips
- Adjust the seat height to ensure a full range of motion.
- Engage your core throughout the exercise to stabilize your body.
- Keep your elbows pointing down and back as you pull the lever.
Lever Cross Lat Pulldown Alternatives
Tags
back
latissimus dorsi
strength
pulldown
gym
lever machine