Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown
Learn how to do the Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown with proper form and technique. This cable exercise primarily targets your Lats, with secondary emphasis on Biceps, Rhomboids, Rear Deltoids.
How to Do the Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown
Follow these steps to perform the Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown with correct form:
- 1Adjust the cable pulley to a high position and attach a straight bar.
- 2Sit facing the cable machine with your feet flat on the ground and your knees slightly bent.
- 3Grasp the bar with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 4Lean back slightly and keep your chest up, maintaining a slight arch in your lower back.
- 5Pull the bar down towards your chest, leading with your elbows and squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- 6Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, then slowly return the bar to the starting position.
- 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown Muscles Worked
Primary
Secondary
Exercise Details
- Equipment
- cable
- Body Part
- back
- Category
- Main
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does the Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown work?
The Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown primarily targets your Lats. Secondary muscles worked include Biceps, Rhomboids, Rear Deltoids. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your back.
What equipment do I need for the Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown?
The Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown requires cable. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.
How do I perform the Cable Bar Lateral Pulldown with proper form?
Start by adjust the cable pulley to a high position and attach a straight bar.. Sit facing the cable machine with your feet flat on the ground and your knees slightly bent. Grasp the bar with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.
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