V-bar Lat Pulldown
The V-Bar Lat Pulldown is typically performed using a cable machine with a V-shaped handle attachment attached to a high pulley. It primarily targets the muscles of the upper back, particularly the latissimus dorsi (lats), which are the large muscles that give your back its V-shaped appearance.
How to do:
- Grasp the V-Bar handle with a neutral grip (palms facing each other).
- Inhale and engage your lats by squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Exhale as you pull the V-Bar handle down toward your upper chest, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Focus on using your back muscles to perform the movement, rather than relying on your biceps.
- Squeeze your lats at the bottom of the movement for a brief pause to maximize the contraction.
- Inhale as you slowly and controlledly release the V-Bar handle back up to the starting position, allowing your arms to fully extend without locking your elbows.
Tips:
- Use a weight that allows you to maintain proper form and control throughout the exercise.
- Avoid using excessive momentum or swinging your body to pull the weight down.
- Keep your core engaged to stabilize your body.
V-bar Lat Pulldown – Muscles Worked
