Reverse Grip Machine Lat Pulldown

Description

This exercise involves using a machine with a reverse grip handle to perform lat pulldowns, targeting the muscles in the back and arms. The reverse grip allows for greater activation of the biceps and forearms, while the lat pulldown motion strengthens the upper back muscles.

Muscle Group

Back, Latissimus Dorsi

Equipment Required

Leverage Machine

Reverse Grip Machine Lat Pulldown Instructions

Adjust the seat height so that your feet are flat on the ground and your knees are at a 90-degree angle.
Select the appropriate weight on the weight stack.
Sit facing the machine with your knees under the pads and your hands on the handles with an underhand grip.
Engage your core and keep your chest up as you pull the handles down towards your chest.
Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the bottom of the movement.
Slowly release the handles back up to the starting position.
Repeat for desired number of reps.

Reverse Grip Machine Lat Pulldown Form & Visual

Reverse Grip Machine Lat Pulldown Benefits

Targets the latissimus dorsi muscles, which are responsible for pulling the arms down and back towards the body.
Also works the biceps and forearms as secondary muscles.
Helps to improve posture and upper body strength.
Allows for a greater range of motion compared to traditional lat pulldowns.
Reduces strain on the wrists and elbows due to the reverse grip position.