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Wide Grip Lat Pulldown

Learn how to perform Wide Grip Lat Pulldown, a Back exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.

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STEP 1

Setup

Sit holding a long bar with a wide overhand grip. Secure your thighs under the pads and gently lift your chest.

STEP 2

Start phase

Drive your elbows down to pull the bar toward your upper chest. Keep your torso angle steady.

STEP 3

End phase

Control the upward pull as you slowly straighten your arms. Keep your hips on the seat.

STEP 4

Target muscles

Think of using your lats to drive your elbows down. Your biceps and upper back assist the pull.

STEP 5

Common mistakes

Avoid pulling behind your neck or leaning far back to create momentum.

STEP 6

Breathing

Exhale as you pull down and inhale as you return the bar upward.

STEP 7

Coach tip

Choose a wide grip that feels comfortable for your wrists and shoulders rather than going as wide as possible. Keep your elbows moving downward.

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