Introduction.
The Close Grip Lat Pulldown is an upper body exercise that primarily targets the lats but also works the biceps, middle back and shoulders. This is a compound exercise which is well suited to beginner lifters.
Alternatives.
- Pull up
- Assisted Pull up
Technique.
- Attach a narrow double handle to a lat pulldown machine and place your hands on the handles (palms facing each other).
- Pull the handle down to the top of your chest, lifting your chest towards the bar as you do.
- Think about pulling through your elbows and keeping your shoulder blades retracted.
Back Muscle Diagram.
