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Cable Lateral Pulldown with V-Bar

Cable Lateral Pulldown with V-Bar — movement illustration 1

This is an exercise for lats, biceps and middle back strengthening.

Equipment
Cable
Muscle groups
Back
Primary muscles
Lats
Secondary muscles
Biceps, Middle back

How to perform this exercise

  1. Attach a V bar to the pull down pulley of a cable machine.
  2. Sitting upright with your abs drawn grasp the bar with an overhand grip, your palms facing in.
  3. Pull the bar straight down to your upper chest.
  4. Pause for a moment after touching the chest and then slowly return the bar to starting position.
  5. Repeat.

Use a controlled range of motion and a load you can manage. Stop if a movement causes pain. Ask a qualified coach for help with unfamiliar exercises.

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