Underhand Cable Pulldowns

Strengthens the upper back and biceps with focus on proper form in pulling.

Instructions

• Sit at the lat pulldown machine and adjust the knee pad to fit your height.
• Stand up and grab the cable bar with an underhand grip. Your hands should be shoulder-width apart.
• Sit back down, ensuring your thighs are secured under the thigh pad.
• Lean back slightly, keeping your lower back straight.
• Pull the bar down towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
• Pause at the bottom of the movement, then slowly release the bar back to the starting position.
• Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Rounding the back during the exercise.
• Using momentum or leaning too far back.
• Not fully extending the arms on the return.
• Gripping too wide or too narrow on the bar.
• Pulling the bar behind the neck.

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