Cable Close-Grip Front Lat Pulldown
Step by step
How to perform
- Grasp the close-grip attachment that is connected to the pulley with your palms facing towards you, ensuring your hands are closer than shoulder-width apart.
- With your back straight and your chest out, pull the bar down towards your chest by squeezing your shoulder blades together and bending your elbows.
- Hold this position for a moment, feeling the contraction in your lat muscles.
- Slowly return the bar back to the starting position, allowing your lats to fully stretch, and repeat the movement for your desired number of reps.
Overview
About this exercise
The Cable Close-Grip Front Lat Pulldown is a strength-building exercise primarily targeting the latissimus dorsi muscles in the back, but also engages the biceps and muscles in the shoulders and chest. It is an excellent option for individuals at all fitness levels, from beginners to advanced athletes, looking to improve upper body strength and muscle definition. People might choose this exercise for its ability to enhance posture, promote better shoulder health, and contribute to a well-rounded strength training routine.
Coaching cues
Form tips
Hold the bar with a close grip, hands closer than shoulder-width apart. Your palms should face you (this is known as a supinated or underhand grip). Avoid gripping the bar too tightly as this can lead to wrist strain.
Pull the bar down towards your chest in a slow and controlled manner, then let it up slowly. Avoid the common mistake of using momentum to jerk the bar down, as this can lead to injury and doesn't effectively work the muscles.
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