BackMachineIntermediate
Seated Wide Pulldown Machine
Learn how to perform Seated Wide Pulldown Machine, a Back exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.
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STEP 1
Setup
Sit with your thighs secured under the pads and take a wide grip on the outer handles.
STEP 2
Start phase
Keep your chest upright and draw both elbows down from the wide starting position.
STEP 3
End phase
Stop when the handles reach beside your shoulders and slowly straighten your arms.
STEP 4
Target muscles
The main working muscles are the latissimus dorsi. The biceps, trapezius assist the movement.
STEP 5
Common mistakes
Do not lean far backward or pull the handles behind your head.
STEP 6
Breathing
Exhale as you pull and inhale as you return upward.
STEP 7
Coach tip
Use a grip width that feels comfortable for your shoulders and move both levers together.
