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Bodybuilders and other people are really impressed by big, ripped lats, AKA Latissimus Dorsi (yes, I did pay attention in Latin class!). I'm sure you have seen those builders in competition turn around and flex those orgeously defined muscles--makes the crowd go crazy!

Not all may want to build competition quality muscle, but many of us would like more definition. This article will give you 2 exercises to help you get started.

The Dumb bell Row:

1. You will need a bench for this one. Hold a dumbbell in one hand, take your free hand and hold onto the bench for balance. You can also place your knee on the bench for extra support.

2. The arm with the dumbbell should be extended to the floor.

3. Slowly, pull the dumbbell up to your side letting the lats and elbow do all the work. You don't want the bicep or the momentum of the weight to do the work, just your elbow, which should remain against your body throughout the exercise.

4. Pull the weight up to your hip and hold for a moment, getting the maximum benefit from the contraction. Lower slowly to starting position.

5. Repeat this exercise 10-12 times, and then switch to the other side.

This exercise requires a cable pulley machine, if you don't have one at home, remember to try this the next ime you are at the gym.

Close-Grip Front Pulldowns:

1. Firmly grip the handlebar with both hands.

2. Pull the weight towards your body slowly. Slightly arch your back and push your chest forward.

3. You want to use your elbows to pull the weight; not your biceps-this is the success to this one!

4. Pull the handle down to your chin and hold for a moment, slowly releasing the weight and allowing your arms to go up along with the handlebar for a stretch.

5. This is one fantastic lat builder, as long as you use your elbows and not your biceps, to do the work. Nothing wrong with bicep work, we're just working on the lats now!

These will give you a good start in getting the powerhouse lats you want - or just to get more definition. The key here is to keep at it and you will succeed!

See ya at the gym!

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