How To Do V-Bar Pull Downs - Video Execution Guide for Beginners In The Gym

A variation of regular lat pull downs performed with a "V" bar that gives this exercise a unique feel. Primary muscles used in this exercise are the lats. Secondary muscles used in this exercise are the biceps, forearms and the front delts.

There is only really one way you can hold the bar so there is not much chance of getting your grip wrong.

To perform "V" bar lat pull downs sit down in the seat and make sure your legs are securely in place. This allows you to use heavy weight while remaining stable. To effectively target the lat muscles lean back on a 45 degree angle to the floor as this will reduce the input your shoulders will have during the exercise. As you begin to pull down on the "V" bar look up and pull down the bar as close down as you can to your upper chest. Control the weight back up to the starting position as you stretch your lats and repeat the process.

Through this exercise move with your body's natural motion which means not being too strict on your form. Having said that, do not get too sloppy with your form to the point where you are jerking the weight.