Reverse Grip Lat Pulldown (Cable)
Learn how to do the Reverse Grip Lat Pulldown (Cable) with proper form, setup, and execution.
This cable movement primarily targets back, including lats.
How to Perform Reverse Grip Lat Pulldown (Cable)
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Attach a wide bar to the high pulley of a cable machine and sit with your thighs under the pads.
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Grab the bar with an underhand grip and sit tall with your arms fully extended.
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Retract your shoulder blades, engage your abs, and take a breath.
- 4
Pull the bar down toward your upper chest by driving your elbows down and back, squeezing your lats at the bottom and exhale.
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Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position and breathe in.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Training Guidelines
The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.
| Goal | Sets | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strength | 3-5 | 4-6 | 2-3 min |
| Muscle Growth | 3-4 | 8-12 | 60-90 sec |
| Endurance | 2-3 | 15-20 | 30-60 sec |
| Beginner | 2-3 | 10-15 | 60-90 sec |
Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.