Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Lat Pulldown.
The cable pulldown is a fundamental back exercise performed on the lat pulldown machine. It targets the latissimus dorsi by pulling a bar or handle from overhead down toward the upper chest, building back width and upper-body pulling strength.
The Lat Pulldown is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.
