EXERCISE: Pull-Ups vs Lat Pulldowns - The Ultimate Showdown for Wider Lats fit40strong.com Walking behind me, my wife likes to admire my back - including my lats . She used to joked about my back being more appealing than my front. But after years of going to the gym, now she likes my front too. If you're looking to build wider lats , you've probably heard of two popular exercises: lat pulldowns and pull-ups . But which one is better? The truth is, both exercises are great for building wider lats , but they each have their own strengths and weaknesses. In this article, we'll take a closer look at both exercises and help you decide which one is right for you. Lat Pulldowns Lat pulldowns are a machine-based exercise that allows you to isolate your lat muscles. This makes them a great choice for beginners, as they can help you learn proper form and build initial strength. To perform a lat pulldowns , simply sit in the machine with a wide overhand grip on the bar. P...

EXERCISE: Pull-Ups for Lat Muscle Mass - Beyond 10 Reps to Failure Hey there, it's great that you're looking to work on your lat muscles with a pull-up workout. Pull-ups are indeed a fantastic exercise for targeting your lats, but doing 10 reps until failure for your sets may not be the most effective strategy for building muscle mass in this area. To really stimulate muscle growth in your lats, you'll want to focus on a few key principles. Firstly, volume matters. Doing just 10 reps until failure may not provide enough volume to promote significant muscle growth. Aim for a higher number of total reps per workout, ideally in the range of 3 to 5 sets of 8 to 12 reps each. This higher volume will ensure that you're putting enough stress on your lats to promote muscle hypertrophy. Additionally, progressive overload is crucial. Over time, you should aim to increase the resistance or weight you're using for pull-ups. This can be achieved by using a weight belt, attaching...

EXERCISE: Gym Workouts Oct.12, 2023 - Landmine Rows & Wide Grip Pulldowns Hi friends, How are you doing? Doing ok? How's the weather?  Trust you're doing well. And if not, hang in there. The storm will pass. As the word of encouragement goes: When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, Nor shall the flame scorch you. (Isaiah 43:2) Today  Dax Fitness   got us doing landmine rows and wide-grip lat pulldowns. Landmine is quite a catchy name, don't you think so.  Landmine One-arm row When I first came across landmine workouts , I thought they were explosive devices.  I mean who can blame me for assuming that? In a forum, people were asking genuine questions about landmine exercises, but many people were not familiar with them.  Some of the answers in the forum are quite hilarious, such as: Q: What are the best landmine exerc...

Alex asked "Is it normal to feel from back exercises like lat pulldown or pull up more shoulder blades area muscles than lats?" Hey Alex, my workout warrior! So, you're rocking those lat pulldowns and pull-ups for your strength training, but your shoulder blades are stealing the spotlight? Totally normal, bro! It's like hitting the dance floor and realizing your shoulders got moves you never knew existed!  Lat pulldowns  aren't just a lat party; they're inviting your rhomboids, lower traps, and rear deltoids for a full-on shindig¹.  They're flexing their muscles, literally! Now, if you're feeling more action around the shoulder blades than your lats, we might have a form party foul! Imagine you're at a concert, and instead of vibing with the band, you're leaning back, trying to crowd surf. Nah, that's not how it works! Same with pulldowns – keep it vertical, straight back, and don't let your shoulders steal the limelight¹.  It's the...

EXERCISE: What is better for building a wide back the pullup or the chin up? On this exercise, let's break it down for you. 1. Pull-ups vs. Chin-ups: The Basics Both pull-ups and chin-ups are stellar upper body workouts, targeting your latissimus dorsi (lats), but with a subtle difference. Pull-ups involve gripping the bar with your palms facing away (pronated grip), while chin-ups have your palms facing towards you (supinated grip). So, what's the verdict? Well, it depends on what you're aiming for. 2. Going Wide with Pull-ups Pull-ups are your go-to move for achieving a wide back. They put more emphasis on your lats, which helps create that coveted V-shape. To maximize results, aim for a wide grip on the bar, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. This widens the stretch on your lats during the exercise, giving them a fantastic workout. Now, here's a pro tip for you, and if you're looking for more tips on perfecting your pull-up game, you can find them in the f...

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EXERCISE: Gym Workouts Oct.02, 2023 - KISS (Keep it Simple S--) Hello my friends, It's a new month - with renewed hope. I keep reminding myself: tough time never last, but tough people do. So, we persevere. There were 9 of us at the  Dax Fitness  gym that night - including my wife, my son & I.  My son prefer to follow us to the gym, instead of working out at home. Here are the workouts (All 4 sets of 15reps): Machine Straight Arm Pull Down (Wide Grip) 30 》40lbs DB Mid Row 7.5 》progressive overload to 10kg BB Mid Row 5 》15 》25kg Bend Over One Arm Row 10 》12.5kg Machine Lat Pulldown 40 》60 》80lbs BB Wide Grip Bend Over Mid Row 5 》10kg DB Ski 30lbs The above list is a sharing to all of you, as well as me keeping a record. Some say the journey is more pleasurable than the the destination. Today no yoga mats either. We took our time on the above workouts. I'm encouraged to be able to take on more weights for progressive overloads. I used to be a bit pai-seh (embarrassed) o...