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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Setup
Sit holding a long bar with a wide overhand grip. Secure your thighs under the pads and gently lift your chest.
Start phase
Drive your elbows down to pull the bar toward your upper chest. Keep your torso angle steady.
End phase
Control the upward pull as you slowly straighten your arms. Keep your hips on the seat.
Target muscles
Think of using your lats to drive your elbows down. Your biceps and upper back assist the pull.
Common mistakes
Avoid pulling behind your neck or leaning far back to create momentum.
Breathing
Exhale as you pull down and inhale as you return the bar upward.
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.
