Exercise guide

Reverse Grip Lat Pull Down (Underhand).

Equipment
Machine
Movement
Compound
Level
Beginner

Muscles at work

Front
Back
PrimaryLats
SecondaryAbs, Biceps, Shoulders, Upper Back

Make every rep count.

  1. 01

    Attach the wide-grip handle to the lat pulldown and sit down with your thighs secured under the pads.

  2. 02

    Grab the bar underhand (palms facing you) with your hands just inside shoulder-width. Sit tall, chest up, and keep a neutral spine.

  3. 03

    Start the rep by pulling your shoulders down and back (avoid shrugging), then drive your elbows down toward your ribs.

  4. 04

    Pull until your elbows line up with your torso and the handle is close to your upper chest—don’t lean way back or swing.

  5. 05

    Pause briefly, then slowly extend your arms to return to the top while keeping your shoulders packed and tension on your lats.

  6. 06

    Repeat for your target reps with smooth, controlled tempo.

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