Machine Lat Pulldown
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Machine Lat Pulldown

The lat pulldown is an excellent progression toward pull-ups when performed without momentum.

Execution

Technique, step by step.

  1. 01

    Secure your thighs under the pad.

  2. 02

    Grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder width.

  3. 03

    Pull your elbows down toward your ribs.

  4. 04

    Return with control without releasing the weight abruptly.

Avoid these

Mistakes that reduce effectiveness.

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Pulling behind the neck.

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Swinging the torso.

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Cutting the return phase short.

Adapt the movement

A variation for every level.

More accessible

Regression

Reduce the load.

Standard version

Machine Lat Pulldown

Builds the lats with an easily adjustable load.

More challenging

Progression

Pause at the bottom and slow the return.

Put it into practice

Workouts that use this exercise.

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