Close Grip Lat Pulldown

Step-by-step technique for Close Grip Lat Pulldown, an exercise for lats using cable. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

How to do it

  1. Sit down and secure your thighs under the pad.
  2. Grip a close handle with palms facing each other.
  3. Pull down to your upper chest, keeping elbows close to the body.
  4. Return under control.
Coach tip: A close grip gives more range and lower-lat work.

Muscles worked

Primary: Lats
Secondary: Biceps

Close Grip Lat Pulldown is a strength exercise that loads the lats using cable. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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