Exercise guide

Cable Lat Pullover

The Cable Lat Pullover targets the lats by pulling the arms downward in a controlled arc while keeping the elbows mostly straight.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
No
How to

How to do the Cable Lat Pullover

  1. 01

    Attach a straight bar or rope to a high cable pulley.

  2. 02

    Stand facing the machine with feet shoulder width apart.

  3. 03

    Grip the attachment with arms extended overhead.

  4. 04

    Keep a slight bend in your elbows.

  5. 05

    Pull the bar down in an arc toward your thighs.

  6. 06

    Slowly return to the starting position under control.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Keep your arms nearly straight throughout
  • Avoid bending your elbows into a row
  • Control the return phase to maintain tension
Muscles

Muscles worked

Equipment

What you need

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Cable Lat Pullover work?

The Cable Lat Pullover primarily targets the Back. Supporting muscles include Shoulders.

Is the Cable Lat Pullover a compound or isolation exercise?

The Cable Lat Pullover is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.

What equipment do I need for the Cable Lat Pullover?

You need the following equipment: Cable Machine.

What difficulty level is the Cable Lat Pullover?

The Cable Lat Pullover is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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