Best Exercises to Build Your Lats | How-To Get a Wide Back

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  • Опубликовано: 2 авг 2024
  • In this video we talk about the common mistakes to avoid when trying to build your lats. We'll cover some of the best and most effective exercises for building a bigger and wider back. This is the ultimate how-to on building your latissimus dorsi muscle. I'll go over proper training techniques for 4 different variations of a lat pull-down, as well as 3 different techniques for rows that target lat development that you can incorporate into your workout.
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  • @abdirashidelmi6487
    @abdirashidelmi6487 7 лет назад +181

    no backgroundmusic. good volume and great demonstrations :). award for best RUclips video

  • @balkee42
    @balkee42 7 лет назад +112

    I like this guy. No nonsense no bs.

    • @AndrewVanBouwman
      @AndrewVanBouwman 6 лет назад +5

      Don Corleone I need a man who has powerful friends. I need a million dollars in cash. I need, Don Corleone, all of those politicians that you carry around in your pocket, like so many nickels and dimes.

  • @Intellechawwal
    @Intellechawwal 2 года назад +1

    This is the best video on lat training I've seen. So straightforward, easy and void of filler.

  • @ListenAndLearnChannel
    @ListenAndLearnChannel 8 лет назад +135

    I've watched a lot of videos on RUclips, and I must say that this in my opinion is the MOST informative and definitive video on training lats on RUclips! Thank you!

    • @rajsandhu7126
      @rajsandhu7126 5 лет назад

      Very informative

    • @MissMcD
      @MissMcD 2 года назад

      Agreed. I haven't been feeling my back lately and hes just helped me see why

  • @alexkulickak78
    @alexkulickak78 8 лет назад +290

    Just found you on RUclips and I have to say you are one of the best as information and training the right way.

    • @JamesGrage
      @JamesGrage  8 лет назад +7

      Thanks my friend!

    • @Frostinips
      @Frostinips 8 лет назад +1

      Hey James, quick question: If I'm trying to add mass and put weight on at the gym, do I still want to do high rep sets? I understand it's important to get that mind-muscle connection and have a warm up set, but am I really going to build as much muscle doing 20 rep sets as opposed to 6 or 8 rep sets at much higher weight?

    • @alexkulickak78
      @alexkulickak78 8 лет назад +1

      To build mass you want to use the heaviest weight you can for atleast 8-10 reps with good form and still have that mind muscle connection. Squeeze and feel the muscle and use the heaviest weight. But let's see what our new friend says....

    • @eternalyfeful
      @eternalyfeful 8 лет назад +1

      +Big AK...I saw a study that says you don't have to lift heavy to build muscle...not that I agree, just saying that's the new school of thought out there.

    • @ajabaja1000
      @ajabaja1000 8 лет назад

      You need progressiv overload, enough protein and sleep above al to build mass. 5x5 program works well for example.

  • @WBradshaw93
    @WBradshaw93 8 лет назад +8

    This and AthleanX are the best exercise channels. I'm a recently certified personal trainer and I have already learned so much from every one of the videos I've watched.

    • @Blind_Side94
      @Blind_Side94 5 лет назад +2

      Look at geff nippard as well he is on par and better in a couple other things athlean this dude and nippard and you literally can NOT go wrong

  • @liquidtunes
    @liquidtunes 8 лет назад +2

    You know it's quality content when you get a new subscriber with just one video. Lucid explanations of the *correct* form. I know these already but it's going to be so beneficial for those new or willing to learn. Good job!

  • @bambolina351
    @bambolina351 7 лет назад

    The tips you have so kindly shown and demonstrated are truly the best ever. The variety of options are so "appetizing ".Thanks a million.

  • @EightTwoFourWeddingStudios
    @EightTwoFourWeddingStudios 7 лет назад +8

    I keep stumbling on these previously recorded videos, and I cant resist tell you that these videos are unquestionably the best and most informational fitness videos that I can find on youtube. Id love to see a video on how to work traps, and the middle portion of the back. Thats been a particular weakness for me. LOVE the work! keep it up.

  • @ItzzDemoDenizz
    @ItzzDemoDenizz 8 лет назад +8

    Man, I even turned on the notifications for your Channel now, James! Always looking forward to your vids! Can't wait for the complete back workout!

    • @JamesGrage
      @JamesGrage  8 лет назад +3

      That's awesome! Appreciate it.

  • @JMK15
    @JMK15 8 лет назад +2

    Excited to try these methods. NO video is ever too long. The more, the better. Thanks for posting this.

  • @kurtsiebert9219
    @kurtsiebert9219 8 лет назад

    It is obvious that you have considerable experience, and you express your insights in a positive and understandable way. This may be the best channel on the subject. Keep them coming, and thanks for sharing.

  • @Mundellica
    @Mundellica 8 лет назад +9

    These are the best videos for real world explanations

  • @Leshkaka1
    @Leshkaka1 7 лет назад +7

    "Put it in your back pocket".
    Best anology ever. It fucking burns as fuck.

  • @leestyle1af
    @leestyle1af 5 лет назад

    Thank you for this. This is one of the best videos I’ve seen that explains the lats and their functions. This will change he way I look.

  • @JCMelton22
    @JCMelton22 8 лет назад

    Hey James!!! I am absolutely loving this series. I love the science behind bodybuilding and this feeds both my passions. I have completely changed many of techniques in the gym using the information you have provided. Thank you so much. Keep them coming. I am feeling soreness in areas I haven't in a long time. Gotta Love the Pain of Progress!!!!

  • @14garrettjoseph
    @14garrettjoseph 8 лет назад +5

    500 likes and no dislikes. That says something about this channel and how good it is

  • @lntimidatingxbl5857
    @lntimidatingxbl5857 8 лет назад +52

    Close grip underhands are the best kind of pulldown for your lats. Wide grip overhand actually has more activation from the Teres Major, not the lats. Jeff Cavaliere has a video on this

    • @OldGregsMangina
      @OldGregsMangina 7 лет назад +24

      lntimidating XBL Jeff is the truth

    • @rodneyhickman825
      @rodneyhickman825 6 лет назад +9

      It also unfortunately hits the biceps hard and often they fail before the lats

    • @rohit-xw4qw
      @rohit-xw4qw 6 лет назад

      lntimidating XBL wide grip 1.5more than your shoulder work best for your lats... (in my case)... check yourself which version works for you

    • @danielconnolly8461
      @danielconnolly8461 6 лет назад +2

      lntimidating XBL closegrip chins with weight work great too

    • @oooRicky
      @oooRicky 6 лет назад +4

      Wide overhand, medium to narrow overhand and then medium to narrow underhand super set is the only way I can burn my lats out, such a large muscle assisted by so many smaller ones, back always seems to take the most mind muscle connection

  • @mohamedhoromtallah8902
    @mohamedhoromtallah8902 8 лет назад +1

    The best exercises breakdowns out there! This channel is my new go to source. Keep up the good work!

  • @grandgtp53
    @grandgtp53 8 лет назад +1

    That's awesome that someone else does the same ones as I do because a lot of those workouts you did I do also and I agree with you

  • @R101710
    @R101710 8 лет назад +416

    "don't go too heavy with these" *uses almost the entire stack*

    • @TheBlooRayChannel
      @TheBlooRayChannel 8 лет назад +43

      The stack probably not to heavy for him obviously.

    • @JamesGrage
      @JamesGrage  8 лет назад +129

      Hey my friend. Heavy is a relative to each individual. I encourage you to go as heavy as possible, as long as you can maintain good technique and still target the desired muscle, without having to over-engage additional muscles to assist in the movement.

    • @nabbv6610
      @nabbv6610 8 лет назад +4

      I can do the entire stack no problem with good form. Bulid endurance and the gains will come aka stamina.

    • @Truthlight403
      @Truthlight403 8 лет назад +23

      +nabbv sure you can buddy

    • @nabbv6610
      @nabbv6610 8 лет назад +2

      Yeah I can buddy I'm fit and workout. I don't focus on rep range but endurance. Trust me, focus on getting your body use to endurance and you'll see. Your body can do anything once it gets use to it. Hell people can lift 1000 pounds, you don't think your body can't lift the whole stack? You must have weak and pathetic connection with your body.

  • @theaussieshrink5802
    @theaussieshrink5802 8 лет назад +9

    Love the clean cut explanations man keep up the great work!!!

    • @JamesGrage
      @JamesGrage  8 лет назад +2

      Thanks Andy!

    • @pablodiconio6699
      @pablodiconio6699 8 лет назад +1

      +James Grage - The Muscle Geek James you give the best advice, I have learned a lot from your vids thanks dude. Oh and 1MR Vortex is one of my favourite pre workouts it's rocket fuel.

  • @fusspot57
    @fusspot57 7 лет назад +2

    Great explanations and lots of variations. Thanks!

  • @LanceB86
    @LanceB86 5 лет назад

    5 minutes in and I already like this guy. Seems passionate about this and actually cares about preventing injuries from unnecessary stress on other parts of the body.

  • @Veslanjejezivot
    @Veslanjejezivot 8 лет назад +3

    Best videos regarding bodybuilding hands down, thank you sir

    • @JamesGrage
      @JamesGrage  8 лет назад +1

      That's an awesome compliment! Really appreciate the feedback my friend.

  • @JMBBproject
    @JMBBproject 8 лет назад +5

    Priceless information! Thanks mate and greetings from Germany!

  • @johannpfouche
    @johannpfouche 7 лет назад +1

    Thanks a lot James, very informative like all your videos, straight to the point!

  • @michaelchoron4334
    @michaelchoron4334 7 лет назад

    Your absolutely right Big AK.. Not only technique but the science part as we'll.. Great videos James..

  • @tammybrown8033
    @tammybrown8033 7 лет назад +8

    ...*james ive never seen so good tips as these ones....thx 4 sharing...and because of that i have subscribed 2 ur channel*

    • @heinrichbolleurs7311
      @heinrichbolleurs7311 7 лет назад

      tammy brown He's the owner of bpi sports, most knowledgeable person in the industry

    • @doneladio165
      @doneladio165 7 лет назад

      yeah me too

    • @coldbrewfinance
      @coldbrewfinance 7 лет назад

      agreed he did a great job! gonna try it out

    • @everydayreps6208
      @everydayreps6208 7 лет назад +2

      Definitely informative. ..dude knows his stuff!

  • @dubson965
    @dubson965 8 лет назад +10

    excellent video. don't worry about the video length. love your work.

    • @JamesGrage
      @JamesGrage  8 лет назад +1

      That's awesome feedback! Thank you.

    • @dubson965
      @dubson965 8 лет назад

      yeah, I wanna see and hear it all bro. Love your work. I even got frustrated because, at 4:07 you get done talking about the single arm pulldown in relation to simulating the behind the beck pull down (or as a variation of it), and then you don't show the demonstration. The video cuts to just after you do the exercise. Not sure if you cut it to cut down time, but yeah. Don't worry about the time. We love hearing your knowledge. If you think it is important enough to include in the video or say in the video, we want to hear it regardless of the video length. The real people who care and watch these will Appreciate the length, rather than dread it.

  • @amaljoefernandez1900
    @amaljoefernandez1900 6 лет назад

    Thank you Mr. James .. you are the best teacher .. no over speaking about the same topic ..no repeating ... You are best 😊

  • @jaspreetsassun4812
    @jaspreetsassun4812 6 лет назад

    The most accurate video on wideness of lats. You know what builds wideness and what builds thickness. Excellent Knowledge

  • @fraserflemons3356
    @fraserflemons3356 5 лет назад +73

    Is this dude working out in a Costco or something??

  • @cmdesign01
    @cmdesign01 7 лет назад +4

    Man I love this guy. I like Jeff cavalier too but I think I like this guy maybe a bit more

    • @mikel8520
      @mikel8520 7 лет назад

      Homo or no homo? I love this guy too, but no homo. LOL. All jokes aside, I've tried most of his training and they do work better.
      @James Thanks for these great videos. You have the best fitness channel on RUclips.

  • @bingerslaroo2249
    @bingerslaroo2249 8 лет назад +1

    Excellent content as always. After watching the back training series I understand now why I have "high" lats and a thick upper back so will implement the advice you have given.

  • @georgedadon
    @georgedadon 8 лет назад

    I just found my new online trainer.
    I've been training weights 4 to 5 days each week since 2014 and I've always found building my rear shoulders very difficult. Just 2 weeks of using some exercises you posted on shoulders has got me seeing very noticeable growth in that stubborn area now. Thanks a million.
    same thing with my upper chest
    Now I'm gonna target another stubborn area with your tips, my Lats.

  • @MegaMohammed12
    @MegaMohammed12 8 лет назад +5

    After watching your videos, I've realized how much I've done wrong and how much time I've wasted at gym doing non sense!!

  • @gradycrittendon6293
    @gradycrittendon6293 8 лет назад +130

    And I need to put my ego to the side & use a lighter wieght

    • @horeabotar
      @horeabotar 8 лет назад +5

      For months now I am trying to get rid of the ego and lift correctly and heavy enough. Sometimes it's hard to quit adding weight but in the end, it will pay off. I still get laughs from the "huge" guys in the gym that lift super heavy (huge = maybe in a good leg day, their legs are the some size as my arms). Stay strong!

    • @gradycrittendon6293
      @gradycrittendon6293 8 лет назад +1

      My legs I can kill with a lot of weight. And I get the stares when it's Leg Day. It's not the social hour, dammit!! I get the same comment about my arms, Horea. When I put people through what I do (and I rarely dedicate a day for arms), they're crying by the time we start the second set!! LOL

    • @VaccariMMA
      @VaccariMMA 7 лет назад +18

      Grady Crittendon leaving the ego at the door and training with your brain is the best thing you can do.

    • @phillipjohnston9922
      @phillipjohnston9922 7 лет назад +1

      I agree, smarter and safer to go lighter.

    • @gary0brien760
      @gary0brien760 6 лет назад

      Guilherme Vaccari defo mate

  • @R6STC
    @R6STC 7 лет назад

    Man im so glad you put this videos, and im so gald that i used those techniques too, like everyone in the gym said to me at least one time," Man why are you doing it like that? why so light? your crazy???" and the boom i get bigger than most! im learning a lot more. Thanks!

  • @kevinneubauer8061
    @kevinneubauer8061 5 лет назад

    Great video. He broke it down perfectly it's about getting the movement right even if that means using lighter weight. You have to give up ground to gain ground.

  • @The6thCovenant
    @The6thCovenant 8 лет назад +3

    yay. I'm first. PS I have pink eye

  • @danieljordannicol9937
    @danieljordannicol9937 5 лет назад

    This guys talks so much sense! since i focussed on form over increasing weight and squeezing. My development has come on leaps and bounds.

  • @linghaoni5797
    @linghaoni5797 8 лет назад

    can not thank more for your tips, really blow the mist away

  • @jasongatt7022
    @jasongatt7022 7 лет назад

    Definitely going to be giving some of these a try thanks for the help

  • @A7X06StangGT
    @A7X06StangGT 5 лет назад

    Just tried this at the gym, what a difference in my workout! Thanks for sharing the wisdom.

  • @MultiJugulator
    @MultiJugulator 8 лет назад

    James Grade - Man, I felt my lats working today! That was awesome. Thanks to your explanation of how lats work I finally did the dumbbell row correct. Before I couldn't feel my lats working. But now I know how to make them work. Thanks a lot!

  • @prasadelangovan46
    @prasadelangovan46 7 лет назад

    just tried this routine at my gym.. and i can feel a massive difference.. thanks mate.. marvellous info

  • @williamallman299
    @williamallman299 8 лет назад

    Thanks James, you give some really good advice! I've always had trouble building my lats, but you've given some great ideas on how to improve that area.

  • @trentkuhn
    @trentkuhn 7 лет назад

    Been lifting for 10 years and you are by far the best channel I've found. Each time I go try something you taught me and it works incredibly. Thanks man!

  • @enfermeroUDD
    @enfermeroUDD 7 лет назад

    excelente consejo, gracias

  • @mikaelad4671
    @mikaelad4671 7 лет назад +2

    Excellent info! Really works, thanks for sharing.

  • @abrahamlincoln8913
    @abrahamlincoln8913 6 лет назад

    This is great! You nailed it man. Your confirming everything i learned through mind muscle connection. Despite seeing so many people do it wrong daily. Keep teaching and we will keep learning and growing.

  • @ErikPehrsson
    @ErikPehrsson 7 лет назад

    God bless you for all the help. Much appreciated!

  • @cervanno05
    @cervanno05 7 лет назад

    Dude! I have been working on my lats for almost a year now and there's very minimum development. Your video made a lot of sense to me. I'll try these out, I'm just glad that I found your video. Thanks for this.

  • @marcomarco86tecno
    @marcomarco86tecno 8 лет назад

    I tried those exercises the way you do it in the video 3 hours ago, and I had never felt my lats like today, everything that you say in the vid is right. Thank you for share your knowledge in yt and sorry for my odd english, greetings from Argentina.

  • @nitish8348
    @nitish8348 7 лет назад

    You give multiple options using bars, dumbells or cable which is helping me a lot to do little variations for same muscle group in each week, which in turn is very important for overall muscle development. Thanks Man !!

  • @dominionn09
    @dominionn09 8 лет назад +2

    Just found your channel. Loving the tips. Really make sense

  • @edwardc.5916
    @edwardc.5916 7 лет назад

    one of the best thanks for the info..

  • @chrisharris9749
    @chrisharris9749 8 лет назад

    I have been training 30 plus years and you are the best teacher I have ever seen Hughley impressed very big fan.

  • @utkarshpriy4083
    @utkarshpriy4083 5 лет назад

    Okay ! hands down this is the best video on back i have ever seen... and man when he starts explaining the dumbbell rowing.. man i am like whoaaaaaa !!!!!!
    Keep up the good work sir !!!! Respect !!

  • @demizius
    @demizius 5 лет назад

    what a great video! i love how informative and in depth this video is, its not just "do this" you explain. im a fan

  • @mitchellaroche22
    @mitchellaroche22 6 лет назад

    by far the best workout page ... I try this routine the other day and I really feel the work ! keep it up

  • @jessicatucker5014
    @jessicatucker5014 5 лет назад

    You’re videos are so great, James! Thank you for sharing them!

  • @BradHall
    @BradHall 8 лет назад

    Great advice, James! Best I've seen for back, and especially lats. Love the geeky, explained-on-skeleton approach! Keep up the good work!

  • @NDemanuele1
    @NDemanuele1 4 года назад

    This is the best instructional video I've seen on training Lats. Very detailed!
    Also, it may help to exaggerate the contraction for a 3 second hold to ensure you're connecting with the Lat.

  • @samantharockrohr352
    @samantharockrohr352 5 лет назад

    Probably one of the best videos on ways to target lats. Thank you!

  • @RUS-dv5sm
    @RUS-dv5sm 5 лет назад

    Great video! So much info about proper techniques and exercises for the lats.

  • @wmlau69
    @wmlau69 6 лет назад

    Awesome tutorial. Thank you for taking the time to make this.

  • @phillipjohnston9922
    @phillipjohnston9922 7 лет назад

    Outstanding video great information on showing how to do the right moves correctly for maximum benefit for the exercise.

  • @satrianirocks
    @satrianirocks 8 лет назад

    James, wicked tip on the straight arm, unilateral, bent over row. Can't wait to check it out! Thanks for the quality content. Keep it up!

  • @davidfloyd5140
    @davidfloyd5140 6 лет назад +1

    Thanks, James. At 50, I am beginning training for my first show and really have to work to widen my back. I'll put these tips to work! God bless.

  • @theyirum5501
    @theyirum5501 8 лет назад

    Thank you so much for the detailed info. It is really helpful. Contents created in a watchers point of view! Appreciate it!

  • @hugohugoamaral75
    @hugohugoamaral75 8 лет назад +2

    After years seeing so many bullshit on youtube finally a honest person that know how to teatch and try to help people instead of parasiting them. I will recomend your channel to all people that i know. Keep going brother. Good Job.

  • @rit7002
    @rit7002 5 лет назад

    Yes this is one of the best lat training video i have ever seen. thanks you James.

  • @Outdoorskid82
    @Outdoorskid82 6 лет назад

    Doing Rewired right now and love the program, this is going to help me hit my lats on back day!

  • @brian68467
    @brian68467 8 лет назад

    Love all your videos. Very detail info. and guidance. Thank you so much.

  • @snakedog81
    @snakedog81 6 лет назад

    Thank you James sir for sharing your great knowledge and info.

  • @mauriciotoriz1987
    @mauriciotoriz1987 7 лет назад

    Just finished my back workout and could only wish I saw this before. So much more that I could've done better but can't wait to try these next week! Thanks James!

  • @samsonnguyen751
    @samsonnguyen751 8 лет назад

    I like this video format, going through the workout while giving tips and giving reasons for why you do and do not do certain exercises.

  • @hola-munecas
    @hola-munecas 5 лет назад

    Dude, that was amazing! You did make a long video but everything you said had a purpose, no BS talk, very clear and easy to follow information. Thanks.

  • @gunterdewitte5064
    @gunterdewitte5064 8 лет назад

    only seen some video's of this buth defenetly one of the best out there. good excersizes with good info on how to do them te wright way. good work!!

  • @UKBrighty
    @UKBrighty 8 лет назад

    Great advice and in depth info, thank you

  • @ser666s
    @ser666s 7 лет назад +1

    Great, thanks for the advice.

  • @bk-dm3ol
    @bk-dm3ol 7 лет назад

    good video James, appreciate it your tips they make a lot of sense. keep it up

  • @Carollinesus
    @Carollinesus 7 лет назад

    thanks to you Ive had an amazing workout today

  • @danielbranam8503
    @danielbranam8503 8 лет назад

    I've been learning a lot from your videos. You have really helped in cleaning up my training techniques. For an older lifter like myself I have noticed less stress on my joints and ligaments which has made for faster recovery times. Love to see you do some detailed discussion on your diet in the same manner you are doing for muscle groups.

  • @jesselopez3702
    @jesselopez3702 8 лет назад

    This is a great series its so helpful thanks James

  • @troypaster
    @troypaster 8 лет назад

    great videos as always. i love working unilateral because it also keeps you from overcompensating with one side. I am right hand dominate and tend to pull more with my right side, so working one side at a time helps. thanks for the upload!

  • @pkok4988
    @pkok4988 7 лет назад

    honestly,one of the most informational videos I have watched,I think that your knowledge is really on point & very beginner friendly,seriously keep up the good work!

  • @hectorrodriguezsr.5728
    @hectorrodriguezsr.5728 7 лет назад

    james i just want to say thank u very much for ur advanced training techniques. ive been on this journey now for a yr and a half. And ive lost a total of 100 pounds between cardio and weight training. But ive been focusing more on weight training the last 6months. And once i watched ur videos. I've seen tremendous improvements. all because of ur small but critical tips on posture and technique. thx u very much because I've been super motivated in the gym. keep up the good work. ur helping alot of people. because im passing it on to my friends. have a great day.

  • @cellulersweller6562
    @cellulersweller6562 5 лет назад

    U left one of the best movements out there,and it,s been around for a long time, the machine pullover,it's all elbow.

  • @shonchaudhary
    @shonchaudhary 6 лет назад +1

    Brilliantly explained!

  • @mejdzer77
    @mejdzer77 8 лет назад

    Thank you for great teaching .

  • @letsbuilda4ort
    @letsbuilda4ort 7 лет назад

    Bravo. Thanks much - you're seriously educated on proper isolation and form.

  • @nimabeats6062
    @nimabeats6062 8 лет назад

    You really know what you're talking about, and I love your tips and exercises

  • @eddy-jb8lf
    @eddy-jb8lf 8 лет назад

    just what i want it yu tell that i am really thankful to ya bro

  • @kellygjesdal5858
    @kellygjesdal5858 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for the great tips!.

  • @miguellovo3383
    @miguellovo3383 7 лет назад

    thank you i got new workouts to try!

  • @sebva7189
    @sebva7189 7 лет назад

    Awesome information James! I will definitely will put it to good use. Thanks brotha

  • @keithmalone7882
    @keithmalone7882 4 года назад

    Thank you James your making Hugh difference in my life