twin handle parallel grip lat pulldown Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Trapezius, Brachioradialis, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Lat Pulldown with Parallel Grip
How to: twin handle parallel grip lat pulldown
- Adjust the cable apparatus to the correct height.
- Grip the handles with palms facing each other.
- Sit down and secure your knees under the pad.
- Pull the handles down towards your chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Pause for a moment at the bottom position, then slowly return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning back excessively during the pull.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Not engaging the core during the exercise.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to accommodate shoulder discomfort.
- Perform the exercise while seated to reduce strain.
Tips
- Maintain a straight back throughout the movement.
- Control the weight as you lower it to avoid slamming the weights.
- Focus on squeezing the shoulder blades together at the bottom of the movement.
twin handle parallel grip lat pulldown Alternatives
Tags
lat pulldown
back
strength
cable machine
upper body
latissimus dorsi