Kneeling Lat Pull-down
Muscle Groups: Lats
Kneeling Lat Pull-down focuses on Lats, with Biceps, Traps, Abs, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Kneeling Lat Pull-down with proper form and technique.
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Kneel in front of a lat pull-down machine and grab the bar with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
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Pull the bar down towards your chest while keeping your elbows close to your body, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
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Slowly return the bar to the starting position, ensuring your back remains straight throughout the movement.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Kneeling Lat Pull-down safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged to maintain stability and protect your lower back.
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Avoid leaning back excessively; keep your body upright to focus on your lats.
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Control the movement during both the pull and the release to prevent injury.
Secondary Muscles
While Kneeling Lat Pull-down primarily targets Lats , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Biceps, Traps, Abs, Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Kneeling Lat Pull-down, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Kneeling Lat Pull-down, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
