Neutral grip pulldown: how to build your back while protecting your shoulders
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Nov 26, 2025 · 9 min read
The traditional lat pulldown is a staple for back width, but it forces your shoulders into a position that can cause long-term impingement. Here is why the neutral grip variation offers the same muscle growth with superior joint mechanics. “The neutral grip pulldown is rarely just an alternative for variety; for many of my patients, ...