Exercise:

V-Bar Pulldowns

Target Muscle:

Lats

Secondary Muscles:

Biceps, Shoulders

Equipment Needed:

Lat pulldown machine, V-Bar attachment

Proper Execution:

Secure your body in place by adjusting the lap-bar. Grip the V-bar with your palms facing eachother and fully extend your arms to get a full stretch in your lats. With a slight arch in your back, pull the bar towards your lower chest. Squeeze your lats briefly at the bottom and then return the bar back to the starting position.

Tips:

Allow your body to move naturally throughout the exercise rather than staying completely upright and rigid. You can safely lean back 45-55 degrees as you pull the bar down as this will prevent shoulder injuries and place more stress on your lats.