Lat Pulldown Machine
The Lat Pulldown Machine primarily works the Latissimus Dorsi, with secondary activation of the Biceps Brachii (Long Head), Brachialis, Trapezius (Upper) and stabilizer support from the Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis. It is a machine isolation exercise at beginner difficulty.
Pull the bar down in front of your body while seated in the machine.
| Equipment | Machine |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Isolation |
| Movement | Vertical Pull |
| Force | Pull |
| Laterality | Bilateral |
| Primary | Latissimus Dorsi |
| Secondary | Biceps Brachii (Long Head), Brachialis, Trapezius (Upper) |
Muscles Worked
Front
Back
Primary
Secondary
Stabilizer
Primary Muscles
- Primary Muscle Latissimus Dorsi (back)
Secondary Muscles
- Secondary Muscle Biceps Brachii (Long Head) (biceps)
- Secondary Muscle Brachialis (biceps)
- Secondary Muscle Trapezius (Upper) (back)
Stabilizer Muscles
- Stabilizer Muscle Rectus Abdominis (core)
- Stabilizer Muscle Transverse Abdominis (core)
Instructions
- Preparation: Adjust machine seat and pads to fit body. Sit or position body in machine. Execution: Pull body or weight upward until upper arms are at sides. Lower under control to starting position. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Latissimus Dorsi.
Alternative Exercises
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