Single-Arm Lat Pulldown

Set-up

• Attach a single handle to a high pulley and kneel or sit facing the machine.
• Hold the handle in one hand with your arm straight overhead.

How to do it

1. Pull the handle down towards your shoulder, driving your elbow towards your hip.
2. Pause briefly at the bottom.
3. Let your arm rise slowly back to straight.
4. Complete all reps on one side, then switch.

Coaching cues

• Keep your torso square to the machine.
• Let your shoulder blade move down first, then pull.

Common mistakes

• Leaning sideways to pull the weight.
• Turning the torso towards the working arm.