Overhead Lat
How to do the Overhead Lat with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Lats
Triceps
Other
How to do the Overhead Lat
- 1
Sit upright on the floor with your partner behind you. Raise one arm straight up, and flex the elbow, attempting to touch your hand to your back. Your parner should hold your tricep and wrist. This will be your starting position.
- 2
Attempt to pull your upper arm to your side as your partner prevents you from doing actually doing so.
- 3
After 10-20 seconds, relax the arm and allow your partner to further stretch the lat by applying gentle pressure to the tricep. Hold for 10-20 seconds, and then switch sides.
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Where the Overhead Lat fits
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Overhead Lat: common questions
What muscles does the Overhead Lat work?
The Overhead Lat primarily works the Lats. It also recruits the Triceps as supporting muscles.
Is the Overhead Lat suitable for beginners?
The Overhead Lat is an expert-level exercise. It demands well-developed strength, mobility and technique, so it suits experienced lifters more than beginners.
How do I do the Overhead Lat with correct form?
Sit upright on the floor with your partner behind you. Raise one arm straight up, and flex the elbow, attempting to touch your hand to your back. Your parner should hold your tricep and wrist. This will be your starting position. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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