Target Muscle

    Lats

    Equipment

    Cable

    Difficulty

    Beginner

    Category

    Strength

    Alternate Lateral Pulldown

    The alternate lateral pulldown is a cable machine exercise targeting the latissimus dorsi, with secondary emphasis on the bicep and rhomboids. It involves pulling handles towards the chest in an alternating fashion, focusing on back strength and muscle engagement.

    Also Works

    BicepsRhomboids

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Sit on the cable machine with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.

    2. 2

      Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

    3. 3

      Lean back slightly and pull the handles towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.

    4. 4

      Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, then slowly release the handles back to the starting position.

    5. 5

      Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Pro Tips

    • Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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