Close-Grip Front Lat Pulldown

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Watch Close-Grip Front Lat Pulldown

Technique

How to perform Close-Grip Front Lat Pulldown

1. Fit the thigh pad and hold the pulldown bar with a close overhand grip.
2. Sit tall with feet supported, then lean back slightly while keeping that torso angle steady.
3. Draw your elbows down toward your sides to bring the bar toward your upper chest.
4. Allow the shoulders and elbows to move together rather than swinging the torso backward.
5. Return the bar slowly overhead, extending your elbows and allowing controlled shoulder movement.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved

Primary targets: Latissimus Dorsi.