Latissimus Dorsi Workout Exercises Anatomy

This is a complete list/menu of Latissimus Dorsi Back exercises for men or women. If you need to discuss how to perform these Latissimus Dorsi exercises please post them in our Exercise Forum under the heading of the exercise.

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Latissimus Dorsi Isolation Exercises
Latissimus Dorsi Compound Exercises
Dumbbell Latissimus Dorsi Exercises
Barbell Latissimus Dorsi Exercises
Cable Latissimus Dorsi Exercises
Ball Latissimus Dorsi Exercises
Calisthenics Latissimus Dorsi Exercises
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Latissimus Dorsi Workout and Exercise Programs

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Name of Exercise

Muscle Groups

Abdominal Barbell Rollouts- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise: To begin Abdominal Barbell Rollouts kneel in a pushup position with your hands shoulder width (or wider) on a barbell. With your arms almost locked out on the bar push the bar ahe...

Abdominal, Lower Abdominal, Belly, Stomach, Back, Latissimus Dorsi, Core Strength, Calisthenics, Body Weight, Compound, Upper Body,

Back Dumbbell Row- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise: Start the one arm dumbbell row by kneeling down on an exercise ball with the opposing arm holding onto a dumbbell. To begin slowly bring the dumbbell upwards to your chest keeping...

Back, Biceps Brachii, Dumbbells, Exercise Ball, Swiss Ball, Rhomboids, Latissimus Dorsi, Freeweight, Compound, Upper Body,

Exercise Band Back Lat Pulldowns- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise: This exercise band lat pulldown exercise can be performed by tying the elastic/exercise band around a stationary object from up close to the ceiling and then sitting on the ground ...

Back, Biceps, Latissimus Dorsi, Upper Body, Compound, Advanced, Exercise Band, Home, Elastic, Swiss Band,

Bent-over Barbell Rows- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise: To begin the Bent-over barbell row stand with feet shoulder width apart and a bend in the knees. Bend at the waist with your head up and grasp a bar with an wide overhand grip. B...

Back, Latissimus Dorsi, Biceps Brachii, Erector Spinae, Arms, Lower Back, Compound, Barbell, Upper Body,

Close Grip Pulldowns- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise:
Using a narrow grip handle, put your knees underneath the pad, and lean back slightly. Pull the handle down smoothly until it touches the top of your chest. Now extend your arm...

Back, Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Biceps Brachii ,Arms, V-Grip, Cable, Compound, Upper Body,

Standing Row (Elastic Band)- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise: Start by standing up straight and have the middle of the band tied to the door knob so you can still grab both ends. Now with your hands grabbing both ends extend fully while keep...

Back, Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Biceps Brachii, Arms, Compound, Upper Body,

One Arm Row- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise: While grabbing a dumbbell in one hand, bend forward keeping your back level with the ground. Keep your non-working hand on the bench for support. Start with the weight down by yo...

Back, Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Biceps Brachii, Arms, Dumbbell, Compound, Upper Body,

T-Bar Rows- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise:
Stand on a block with legs bent and bend forward at the waist. Grab teh T-Bar with either a wide or narrow grip and keep your head up. By bending your arms, lift the bar stra...

Back, Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Biceps Brachii, Arms, Machine, Barbell, Compound, Upper Body,

Chin-Ups- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise:
Hold the chin-up bar with palms facing forward with a wide grip. Hang from the bar (you may have to bend your knees to do so). Pull you body up until the your neck meets the ...

Back, Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Biceps Brachii, Arms, Machine, Compound, Upper Body,

Reverse Grip Chinups- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise:
Hold the chin-up bar with palms facing you with a shoulder width grip. Hang from the bar (you may have to bend your knees to do so). Pull you body up until the your neck meets ...

Back, Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Biceps Brachii, Arms, Machine, Compound, Upper Body,

Lat Pulldown- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise: Using a wide bar, hold it with a wide comfortable grip, while putting your knees underneath the pad. Pull the bar down smoothly until it touches the top of your chest. Now extend...

Back, Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Biceps Brachii, Erector Spinae, Arms, Lower Back, Cable, Compound, Wide Grip, Upper Body,

Seated Row- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise: To begin the seated row take hold of the handles of your favourite bar (Could be like the one shown). Sit with your back straight while keeping your legs bent and feet against the...

Back, Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Biceps Brachii, Erector Spinae, Arms, Lower Back, V-Grip, Cable, Compound, Upper Body,

Straight Arm Pulldowns- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise: Stand upright and grab the weight out in front of you with your arms fully extended. Lower the weight keeping your arms straight until they are just about by your side. Let the w...

Back, Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Isolation, Cable, Straight Bar, Upper Body,

Dumbbell Bent Over Row- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise: Stand with your knees bent and your torso at a 60 degree angle. Now with the weights fully extended in your hand bring them straight up to your chest contracting your shoulderblad...

Back, Rhomboids, Latissimus Dorsi, Brachialis, Arms, Dumbbell, Compound, Upper Body,

Power Clean (Hang Clean)- Latissimus Dorsi Exercise: Start by standing as shown with the barbell at your knees. Space your feet shoulder width apart with your head up. Lift the bar powerfully using mostly your legs and calves while s...

Thigh, Legs, Back, Back, Latissimus Dorsi, Rhomboids, Gastrocnemius, Calf, Compound, Upper Body, Lower Body,

Back or Latissimus Dorsi Muscle Anatomy and Overview

Latissimus Dorsi, Lats, Back, Rhomboids, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Upper Body, Lower Back, Erector Spinae anatomy picture

The back is a very large muscle group which should be trained. If the back is not trained with the same intensity and frequency as the chest muscles, muscular imbalances will occur and injury is much more prevelant.

Latissimus Dorsi Function

The function of the back muscles are to 'pull' towards the body. There are many muscles that make up the 'back'.

Latissimus Dorsi Training

Hypertrophy back training should always be started with a major compound exercise such as deadlifts or barbell bent over rows.

Latissimus Dorsi Other/Similar Names

Other names for this muscle group or similar muscle groups referred to the 'Latissimus Dorsi' are: Latissimus Dorsi, Lats, Back, Rhomboids, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Upper Body, Lower Back, Erector Spinae

What if I have fatty Latissimus Dorsi? What exercises can I do to reduce fat on my Latissimus Dorsi muscle?
Spot reducing is a common conception to reduce the fat on a specific area. Ie. Latissimus Dorsi. You cannot spot reduce, but you can: Follow six rules to nutrition, incorporate HIIT and complete a ciruit training program 4-5 days a week to reduce your overall body fat and eventually reduce the fat in your Latissimus Dorsi. In other words, specifically exercising your Latissimus Dorsi will not directly decrease the overall fat around the muscle. Also if you are suffering from muscle cramps, please read about what causes muscle cramps.

What can I do for Latissimus Dorsi Pain?

Latissimus Dorsi pain can be caused by many things:

1. A strained/pulled muscle, tendon or ligament from too much exercise or improper lifting.
2. A torn muscle, ligament or tendon from improper lifting, exercising or stretching.
3. Overuse of the Latissimus Dorsi muscle.

Note: If pain in your Latissimus Dorsi muscle persists please consult a doctor immediately.

Latissimus Dorsi Cardiovascular Exercises

Picture	Name of Cardiovascular Exercise	Muscle Group
	Squash	Quadricep, rectus femoris, biceps femoris, gluteus maximus, forearm extensors and flexors, latissimus dorsi, (Legs, Butt, Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Calf)
	Rowing Ergometer	Rectus Femoris , Gluteus Maximus , Rhomboids , Brachialis , Latissimus Dorsi ,Biceps Brachii ,Biceps Femoris, Gastrocnemius (Back, Arms, Legs)

Latissimus Dorsi Pilate Exercises

Image	Name of Pilate	Muscle Group
	Overhead Leg Handstand: Start by lying face up and then bring your legs up to a 45 deg angle (straight legs) now slowly bring them all the way behind your head while stabilizing with your arms. Now, brin...	Abdominals, Hamstrings, Biceps femoris, Latissimus dorsi, Back, Upper Body
	Torso Slouch or Spine Stretch: Start by sitting up straight and having your legs far apart and arms out parallel over the ground. Now slouch completely and stretch out with your arms while tucking your head inb...	Abdominals, Latissimus Dorsi, Teres major, Back, Rhomboids, Upper Body
	Open Leg Rollover: Start by lifting your legs to ninety degrees (as shown). Now with your abs tight bring your legs behind your head with your legs straight. Open your legs and return to the starti...	Abdominals, Lower Abdominal, Hip flexors, Latissimus Dorsi, Back, Upper Body

Latissimus Dorsi Stretches and Flexibility Exercises

Image	Name of Stretch/Flexibility Exercise	Muscle Group
	Abdominal Lat Stretch: Start by draping yourself sideways on the ball as shown. Place the top leg forward and bottom leg behind for balance, now with the bottom hand for support place the top hand over ...	abdominals, latissimus dorsi, obliques, serratus anterior (Back)
	Butt and Back Stretch: Start sitting down while putting one leg over the other as shown. Now place the opposite arm (of the leg)over the leg that is on top while pushing your elbow into your knee to fee...	Gluteus Maximus, Latissimus Dorsi (Back, Butt), Upper Body
	Back / Rhomboid Stretch: To complete this exercise complete the following: - Cross one arm in front of your body. - Use the opposite arm to squeeze into your body and above or below elbow joint...	Rhomboid, Tricep , Posterior Deltoid, Rear Deltoid, Latissimus Dorsi (Back, Shoulder, Arms)
	Tricep and Lat Stretch: Tricep and Deltoid stretch is completed by the following instructions: - Place both arms overhead. - Gently pull behind your elbow to slide palm down the middle of your...	Triceps, Rear Deltoid, Latissimus Dorsi , Rhomboid (Arms, Shoulder, Back)

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