Lying Lat Pulldown Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Teres Major, Brachioradialis, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Lying Pull Down
How to: Lying Lat Pulldown
- Lie down on your stomach on a bench or the floor.
- Extend your arms straight above your head.
- Engage your back muscles to pull your arms down towards your sides.
- Keep your elbows close to your body and squeeze your shoulder blades together.
- Slowly return to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of muscle strength.
- Improper shoulder positioning.
- Not engaging the core.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with a resistance band for lower intensity.
- Adjust the range of motion to a comfortable level.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain stability.
- Avoid swinging; focus on a controlled movement.
- Ensure proper form to maximize muscle engagement.
Lying Lat Pulldown Alternatives
Tags
back
latissimus dorsi
strength
body weight
pulldown
fitness