Lat pulldown machine

Selectorized machines

The machine guides the movement along a fixed path. Resistance is usually selected with a stack pin; change it only at rest. Adjust the seat and pads to your height.

Exercises with this equipment

Close-grip lat pulldown
Lats
How to do this exercise: Close-grip lat pulldownSetup · movement · load
Lats
Schematic position and movement guide. Actual machine designs may differ.
1. Set your position
  Sit with thighs secured under the pad and grip the handle. Use a narrow handle for close grip and keep your torso nearly upright.
2. Make the movement
  Drive elbows down toward your sides and the handle in front toward your upper chest. Extend arms under control.
3. Breathe and control the pace
  Breathe out during the harder part and in on the return. Control the return instead of dropping the weight. Two reps in reserve means you could do about two more clean repetitions.
Watch out for
Do not pull behind your neck or lean far back to move the load.
Understanding the load
Log the number shown on the machine. Pulley ratios vary, so compare results on the same machine.
For your first use, ask staff to show you the machine settings and safety release. Stop for sharp pain. This basic guide is awaiting professional review.
Lat pulldown
Lats
How to do this exercise: Lat pulldownSetup · movement · load
Lats
Schematic position and movement guide. Actual machine designs may differ.
1. Set your position
  Sit with thighs secured under the pad and grip the handle. Use a narrow handle for close grip and keep your torso nearly upright.
2. Make the movement
  Drive elbows down toward your sides and the handle in front toward your upper chest. Extend arms under control.
3. Breathe and control the pace
  Breathe out during the harder part and in on the return. Control the return instead of dropping the weight. Two reps in reserve means you could do about two more clean repetitions.
Watch out for
Do not pull behind your neck or lean far back to move the load.
Understanding the load
Log the number shown on the machine. Pulley ratios vary, so compare results on the same machine.
For your first use, ask staff to show you the machine settings and safety release. Stop for sharp pain. This basic guide is awaiting professional review.