How to Do a Cobra Lat Pulldown

  1. Sit at a lat pulldown machine and grasp the bar with a wide grip, palms facing forward.
  2. Pull the bar down towards your upper chest while slightly leaning back and squeezing your shoulder blades together.
  3. Slowly release the bar back to the starting position with control.

Muscles Affected


Primary muscles:Latissimus dorsi (lats)

Secondary muscles:Biceps, shoulders, upper back

Equipment: Lat pulldown machine

Band Reverse Plank

Proper Form And Breathing Pattern

Keep your back straight and avoid using momentum. Exhale as you pull the bar down. Inhale as you release it back up.


Sets And Reps

Do 3 sets of 8–12 reps.

Benefits of Cobra Lat Pulldown

  1. Builds strong, wide back muscles for improved posture and upper body strength.
  2. Enhances arm and shoulder muscle endurance.