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Cable Twin Handle Parallel Grip Lat Pulldown
Cable Twin Handle Parallel Grip Lat Pulldown is a beginner compound strength exercise that works the lats (back), with the upper back and biceps assisting. It needs a cable. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 8-12 reps, and it burns about 6.1 calories per minute.
- Target
- Lats
- Body part
- Back
- Equipment
- Cable
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Pull
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 8-12
- Calories / min
- ≈ 6.1 kcal
Primary muscles
- Middle Back · Latissimus Dorsi, Teres Major
Secondary muscles
- Upper Back · Rhomboids
- Biceps · Biceps Brachii
How to do Cable Twin Handle Parallel Grip Lat Pulldown
- Sit upright on a bench positioned between two cable pulley machines with the pulleys set at a high position. Hold a handle in each hand with an overhand grip (palms facing forward), arms fully extended above you.
- Pull the handles down towards your shoulders by bending your elbows and bringing them downwards, keeping them close to your body.
- Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Keep your back straight and avoid using momentum.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the bottom of the movement.
- Exhale as you pull the handles down and inhale as you extend them back up.
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Cable Twin Handle Parallel Grip Lat Pulldown FAQ
What muscles does Cable Twin Handle Parallel Grip Lat Pulldown work?
Cable Twin Handle Parallel Grip Lat Pulldown mainly works the lats in the back (Latissimus Dorsi and Teres Major). The upper back and biceps work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Cable Twin Handle Parallel Grip Lat Pulldown?
You need a cable.
How many sets and reps of Cable Twin Handle Parallel Grip Lat Pulldown should I do?
Start with 3 sets of 8-12 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Cable Twin Handle Parallel Grip Lat Pulldown good for beginners?
Yes. Cable Twin Handle Parallel Grip Lat Pulldown is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the lats.
How many calories does Cable Twin Handle Parallel Grip Lat Pulldown burn?
About 6.1 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 61 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Cable Twin Handle Parallel Grip Lat Pulldown?
Other exercises for the lats include Band Kneeling Lat Pulldown, Assisted Parallel Close Grip Pull Up, Pull Up Normal Grip and Band Fixed Back Underhand Pulldown.
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