Reverse grip machine lat pulldown
The reverse grip machine lat pulldown is an exercise that targets the latissimus dorsi muscles using a leverage machine. The reverse grip emphasizes the lower part of the lats and engages the biceps more than the traditional overhand grip. This exercise is performed by pulling the bar down towards the chest while keeping the elbows close to the body.
At a glance
- Area
- Back
- Main muscle
- Lats
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your chest up and shoulders back throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum to pull the bar down.
- Control the eccentric phase by slowly returning the bar to the starting position.
- Keep your elbows close to your body to maximize lat engagement.
What to watch out for
- shoulder impingement
- elbow tendinitis
- lower back pain
Also known as
Lat machine presa inversa, reverse grip lat pulldown, underhand lat pulldown, back exercise, lat exercise