Close-Grip Lat Pulldown

Hands close on a V-handle; the narrower grip lengthens the pull and brings the biceps in.

How to do it

Setup

V-handle on the cable, thighs under the pads, tall torso with a slight lean.

Steps

Pull the handle to the upper chest.
Elbows drive down along the body.
Return to a long stretch overhead.

Common mistakes

Rocking back for depth: the small lean is FIXED. Biceps finishing alone: start every rep from the blades. Skipping the stretch: the narrow grip's long range is its gift.

Breathing

Exhale on the pull, inhale returning.