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Close Supinated Grip Pulldown

Anatomy of the Close Supinated Grip Pulldown The close supinated pulldown focuses on the latissimus dorsi (lats), the rhomboids, biceps, and forearm muscles. When in supination, stress is more specifically targeted on the biceps brachii, as well as most vertically-arranged fibers of the latissimus. Physiology of the Close Supinated Grip Pulldown The latissimus dorsi have […]

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Mid Parallel Grip Pulldown

Anatomy and Physiology for the Mid Parallel Grip Pulldown The Mid Parallel Grip Pulldown trains the latissimus dorsi, rhomboids, biceps, and forearms. These muscles are the prime mover for pulldowns of any kind, as well as for chins, pull-ups, and rows. The mid, or shoulder width grip, stresses the more vertical fibers of the lats […]