Primary Muscle: Back
Equipment: Machine
Level: Beginner
Purpose: To target the latissimus dorsi muscle of your back.
Execution: From a seated position and your knees locked under the pads, grasp the handles with a wide overhand grip. Keeping your body upright, pull the weight down either side of your body to chest level. Squeeze at the peak contraction before allowing the weight to pull you back to the start position. Lower the weight until your arms are fully extended before pulling down for another repetition.