Close-Grip Lat Pulldown (Machine)
Also called V-Bar Pulldown (Machine), Machine V-Bar Pulldown
How to do it
Sit at the lat pulldown machine and grip the close attachment handles with palms facing each other. Pull the handles down to your upper chest, driving your elbows down and back, then extend back up under control.
Setup
Adjust the thigh pad and seat so the close neutral handles are reachable with arms extended. Lock the thighs down, keep wrists neutral, chest tall, and shoulders set away from the ears.
Where you should feel it
Down the lats and through the biceps along the guided close-grip path, with the rear delts assisting. Avoid excessive lean or shrugging.
When to use it
Use for stable close-grip back volume close to fatigue when balance and attachment setup should not limit the set. Controlled sets of 8-15 reps fit well.