Beginner
Close-grip lat pulldown
The lat pulldown with a narrow handle and palms facing each other.
- Works
- Lats, Mid back, Biceps
- Equipment
- Lat pulldown
How to do it
- 1Attach a narrow V-handle and sit with your thighs under the pads.
- 2Take the handle with your palms facing each other and arms straight.
- 3Lean back slightly and pull the handle to your upper chest, driving your elbows down.
- 4Let it rise slowly until your arms are straight again.
Coach's tips
- Pull your shoulders down first, then bend your arms.
Lat pulldown taken? Do this instead
Same muscles, different equipment. Closest match first.