Exercise guide

Close Grip Lat Pull Down.

Equipment
Cable
Movement
Compound
Level
Beginner

Muscles at work

Front
Back
PrimaryLats
SecondaryAbs, Biceps, Shoulders, Upper Back

Make every rep count.

  1. 01

    Set the wide handle on the lat pulldown and sit tall with your thighs locked under the pads.

  2. 02

    Grab the bar about shoulder-width with an overhand (pronated) grip. Keep your chest up and core braced.

  3. 03

    Start the pull by pulling your shoulder blades down and back (don’t shrug), then drive your elbows down as you pull the handle toward your upper chest.

  4. 04

    Pull until your elbows line up with your torso—avoid leaning way back or turning it into a row.

  5. 05

    Pause briefly, then slowly return to the top with control, letting your lats stretch while keeping tension.

  6. 06

    Repeat for your reps, keeping the movement smooth and controlled throughout.

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