Here’s an exercise I learned back when I was in college and have continued to use it ever since. It’s called the “Enhanced” Lat Press-Down, and it’s especially good for widening your Latissimus Dorsi or Lat muscles.

The Lat Press-Down is a well-known exercise, but I’ve only seen a few weightlifters who know how to utilize its full muscle-building potential. The secret to making the Lat Press-Down most effective is in the grip, or lack thereof - this is where the “Enhanced” part comes into play.

Most people don’t realize it, but the way you grip something effects what muscles you’re going to train. So, by altering your grip, you’re able to target and train more specific muscle groups. The “Enhanced” Lat Press-Down offers you this ability.

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