Exercise:

Underhand Lat Pulldowns

Target Muscle:

Lats

Secondary Muscles:

Biceps, Shoulders

Equipment Needed:

Lat-Pulldown machine and straight bar attachment

Proper Execution:

Adjust the lap-bar so that your body stays firmly in place throughout the exercise. Using a shoulder-width grip and palms facing in, extend your arms fully so that you feel a full stretch in your lats. With a slight arch in your back, pull the bar towards your lower chest, squeeze your lats briefly and then return the bar to the starting position.

Tips:

Instead of keeping your back completely rigid and straight, allow yourself to move naturally throughout the exercise. It is okay to lean back anywhere from 45-55 degrees as you pull the weight down.