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Reverse-Grip Cable Lat Pulldown

A cable pulldown variation using an underhand (supinated) grip to emphasize the lower lats and biceps.

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Secondary muscles

biceps brachiiteres majorrhomboidslower trapezius

How to do it

  1. Set the cable bar attachment and sit with knees secured under the pad.
  2. Grasp the bar with a reverse (supinated) shoulder-width grip.
  3. Lean back slightly, chest up, arms fully extended.
  4. Pull the bar down to your upper chest by contracting your lats.
  5. Slowly return the bar to the start position with control.

Form cues

  • Pull elbows down
  • Keep chest up
  • Don’t swing the torso
  • Grip the bar tightly

Common mistakes

  • Using too much momentum
  • Letting shoulders round
  • Leaning too far back

Breathing

Exhale as you pull down, inhale as you return up.

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