Reverse-grip lat pulldown

A pulldown with palms facing you that adds biceps involvement.

• Muscle group: Back
• Equipment: Cable machine
• Difficulty: Beginner

Also known as: Underhand lat pulldown, Supinated lat pulldown, Reverse grip pulldown, Nedtræk med undergreb

How to do it

1. Sit with your thighs secured and take an underhand grip about shoulder-width apart.
2. Lean back slightly and pull the bar to your upper chest, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
3. Return slowly until your arms are straight.

Common mistakes

• Using momentum and swinging the torso.
• Letting the shoulders shrug up toward the ears.

Alternatives

• Lat pulldown
• Close-grip lat pulldown
• Chin-up
• Assisted pull-up
• Straight-arm pulldown

Watch a video demonstration on YouTube

“How To Do A Reverse Grip Lat Pulldown” by PureGym (opens YouTube)

General technique guidance, not individual advice. Stop if something hurts and talk to a professional about injuries.