JA Strength

Using the lats in Pull-ups/lat Pull-downs.

Something I see regularly is people using their arms to start a lat pulldown or pull-up instead of their back.

The lats are the main drivers of vertical pull motions (Pulldowns, Chin-ups etc.) and are essential to getting your first chin-up (or more) and are even used when deadlifting and squatting heavy weights. You need to use them well.

One of the first cues I use for vertical pulling exercises is to ‘Pull Your shoulders away from your ears’ when starting the lift. By starting the lift by thinking about firing these larger muscles, you’ll begin to feel what they’re doing.

Use the lats properly and you’ll see some impressive changes to how your upper back looks as well as strength gains in your deadlift and squat.

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