fitubaCable lat pulldown
Back · cable. Drive your elbows down and the bar to the front, never behind the neck.
Main muscle: Back
Also works: biceps · traps
Equipment: cable
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests.
How to do it
- Drive your elbows down and the bar to the front, never behind the neck.
- Grip a bit wider than your shoulders; chest up and torso leaned back slightly.
- First pull your shoulders down, then pull to your upper chest and return with control.
Common mistakes
- Swinging your torso to pull the bar down.
- Pulling with your arms without moving your shoulder blades.
- Letting go on the way up so the weight lifts you.
Alternative
No equipment, or want to switch it up: Overhand pull-ups.
Log it in one message
Type or say: “Did 3x10 lat pulldown on level 6.”
Fituba logs the weights session and its points; in Train you can add sets, reps and load to compare your strength progress. Sample wording, not a prescription.FAQ
What muscles does the cable lat pulldown work?
Main: back. Also working: biceps and traps.
How many sets and reps of lat pulldown?
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests. Adjust the load so you finish every set with good form; the load is the machine's number.
How do I log lat pulldown in Fituba?
In your account, open Train, pick Lat pulldown and add its sets, reps and load; or type “Did 3x10 lat pulldown on level 6” and Fituba logs your weights session.
Sources and limits
Original Fituba copy based on standard technique guides (StrengthLog · Back). General education: the demo and these notes don't assess your form, mobility or the right load for you; for individual coaching, see a trainer.
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