Exercise Detail

lever reverse grip lateral pulldown

The lever reverse grip lateral pulldown is a machine-based exercise targeting the latissimus dorsi (lats) with a reverse (underhand) grip, also engaging the biceps, rhomboids, and rear deltoids. It is performed on a leverage machine, making it accessible and safe for most users.

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Equipment

Leverage Machine

Instructions

Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your knees under the pads and your feet flat on the ground.
Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Sit upright with your chest out and shoulders back, maintaining a slight arch in your lower back.
Pull the handles down towards your chest, leading with your elbows and squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, then slowly release the handles back to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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