Lat Pull Downs

There are several different types of handles which you can attach to the end of a cable running through a floor pulley. The narrow, parallel-hands handle used for pulley rows can also be used for pulldowns, as can the handle which gives a shoulder width parallel hands grip. But for purposes of this exercise description, let's use a long bar handle. Take and overhand grip on the handle with your hands set 3 - 5 inches wider than your shoulders on each side. Straighten your arms fully and wedge your knees under the restraint bar provided. If there is no restraint bar provided, you can either sit or kneel on the gym floor and have a training partner restrain your body.