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Lever Single-Arm Wide Lateral Pulldown

Isolate & sculpt your back with the Lever Single-Arm Wide Lateral Pulldown. Build strength and definition, one rep at a time!

The Lever Single-Arm Wide Lateral Pulldown is a compound exercise that mainly works the back, with help from the traps and shoulders. You'll need: lat pulldown machine.

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Required Equipment

Lat Pulldown Machine
Lat Pulldown Machine

Lever Single-Arm Wide Lateral Pulldown Muscles Worked

Primary

Lats (latissimus dorsi); Rhomboids (Shoulder Blade) (rhomboids, major & minor)

Secondary

Mid Traps (trapezius, middle fibers); Rear Shoulder (Delts) (posterior deltoid)

How to do the Lever Single-Arm Wide Lateral Pulldown

Lever One Arm Lateral Wide Pulldown

Positioning

  1. Adjust the Machine:

    • Set the weight on the machine according to your fitness level.

    • Adjust the seat height so that your knees are under the knee pads for support.

  2. Sit Down:

    • Sit on the machine facing the lever arm.

    • Make sure your feet are flat on the floor.

  3. Grip the Handle:

    • With one arm, reach up and grasp the handle of the lever arm with your palm facing away from you.

Movement Instructions

  1. Start Position:

    • Keep your other hand resting on the machine for support.

    • Start with your arm fully extended above your head and your back straight.

  2. Pull Down:

    • Engage your core and pull the handle down towards your shoulder in a controlled motion.

    • Keep your elbow close to your body as you pull.

  3. Squeeze:

    • Once the handle reaches around shoulder height, squeeze your back muscles at the bottom of the movement.

  4. Return:

    • Slowly raise the handle back to the starting position, fully extending your arm.

  5. Repetitions:

    • Perform the desired number of repetitions on one side before switching to the other arm.

Tips for Beginners

  • Ensure that the movement is slow and controlled to avoid injury.

  • Focus on the muscle engagement rather than just the weight.

  • Keep your body stable and avoid swinging.

  • Breathe out while pulling down and breathe in when returning to the start position.

Lever Single-Arm Wide Lateral Pulldown FAQs

What muscles does the Lever Single-Arm Wide Lateral Pulldown work?

The Lever Single-Arm Wide Lateral Pulldown mainly works the back, with help from the traps and shoulders. The main muscles are the latissimus dorsi and rhomboids.

What equipment do you need for the Lever Single-Arm Wide Lateral Pulldown?

Lat pulldown machine.

Is the Lever Single-Arm Wide Lateral Pulldown a compound exercise?

Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.

What workout day should the Lever Single-Arm Wide Lateral Pulldown go on?

It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Lever Single-Arm Wide Lateral Pulldown variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Lever Front, Alternating Lever Pullover, Lever Cross Lat Pulldown and Lever Front Pulldown.

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