Appears in642 Workouts*

Cable Incline Single-Arm Lat Pulldown

Build a stronger back, one arm at a time! This incline variation isolates your lats for maximum muscle growth.

Exercise video 2
Ms. Grey
JustGains_XX
@JustGains_XX

Required Equipment

Cable Machine thumbnail
Cable Machine
Incline Bench thumbnail
Incline Bench
Single Handle Attachment thumbnail
Single Handle Attachment

Muscle Groups

Primary

Secondary

Instructions

Cable Incline Single-Arm Lat Pulldown

1. Setup the Equipment:

  • Adjust the cable machine so that the handle is at the highest level.

  • Position the adjustable bench at a slight incline (around 30-45 degrees).

  1. Positioning:

    • Sit on the bench on the side opposite to the cable machine.

    • Place your feet flat on the floor for stability.

    • Grasp the handle with one hand (the arm furthest from the cable machine), palm facing forward.

  2. Starting Position:

    • Lean slightly forward, keeping your back straight.

    • Allow your arm to extend overhead, creating a slight stretch in your lats.

  3. Executing the Movement:

    • Pull the handle down towards your shoulder in a controlled manner while keeping your elbow close to your body.

    • Focus on squeezing your back muscles as you pull.

    • Continue to pull until your elbow is at or below shoulder height.

  4. Returning to Starting Position:

    • Slowly extend your arm back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.

    • Ensure that you do not allow your body to sway; keep your core engaged.

  5. Repetitions:

    • Perform 8-12 repetitions, then switch to the other arm and repeat the process.

    • Aim for 2-3 sets on each side.

Tips:

  • Keep your movements smooth and controlled to maximize effectiveness and reduce risk of injury.

  • Avoid using momentum; the exercise should be performed primarily using your back muscles.

  • Maintain good posture with your chest up and shoulders back throughout the exercise.