Beginner
Close-Grip Lat Pulldown
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Close-Grip Lat Pulldown, also known as the close hammer grip lat pulldown, is a great exercise to strengthen your back. This compound exercise also helps to improve your arm strength and posture.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Sit on a bench facing an adjustable rope machine with a straight bar in the up position. Extend your arms fully upwards to grab the bar with your palms three to five inches apart and both palms facing your body. -
Step 2
Keeping your shoulders down and back, slightly arch your back and pull the bar down until it touches your chest. Pause and then slowly return the bar to the starting position.
Muscle Groups
Close-Grip Lat Pulldown targets Back, Biceps, Lats as seen below.
Exercise Tip
- Avoid rounding your upper back. Sit up straight with your chest up and your shoulders back.
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