4 Steps to Maximize Lat Activation If you’re not feeling your lats, fix these now: 1. Slide All the Way Under the Pad Sit fully under the pad and lock yourself in. This prevents your body from moving or swinging, so your lats stay under constant tension. 2. Roll Shoulder Blades Back and Down Before you pull, retract and depress your shoulder blades. Think about pulling them into your back pockets. This stabilizes your shoulders and puts your lats in the strongest position to work. 3. Tuck Your E