Lat Pulldown
About this move
Lat Pulldown is a beginner-friendly back exercise performed with a cable. It is one of the most effective moves for building strength, control and muscular endurance, earning a 4.7/5 rating and over 27,995 saves from the Top 1000 training community. Add it to your programme, focus on clean form over load, and progress gradually as it starts to feel easy.
Highlights
Frequently asked
What muscles does the Lat Pulldown work?
The Lat Pulldown primarily trains the back, while also recruiting supporting stabiliser muscles for control and balance.
What equipment do I need for the Lat Pulldown?
The Lat Pulldown uses a cable. You can usually scale the load or swap in a similar tool as needed.
Is the Lat Pulldown suitable for beginners?
The Lat Pulldown is rated Beginner. It is a great starting point — focus on form and a comfortable range of motion.
Why is the Lat Pulldown in the Top 1000?
With a 4.7/5 rating and 27,995 saves, the Lat Pulldown ranks among the most trusted and effective back exercises for lifters at every level.
Learn the Lat Pulldown
See step-by-step form cues, common mistakes and video demos for the Lat Pulldown.
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