Reviewed exercise · beginner

Underhand Lat Pulldown

A primary vertical pull movement for back.

Equipment

cables

Typical range

6–15 reps

Also trains

biceps

Set up

Take a comfortable underhand grip and secure the thighs.

Execute

Draw the elbows down as the bar approaches the upper chest.

Extend the arms smoothly without losing torso position.

Coaching cues

• Keep wrists straight.
• Pull elbows toward ribs.

Common mistakes

• Using a grip that strains the wrists.
• Leaning back farther as the set continues.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.