Band pull-down
Also called resistance band lat pulldown
- Works
- Sides of the back · latissimus dorsi
- Upper back · trapezius and rhomboids
- Needs
- Resistance bands
Setup
Fix a band high, over a door with a door anchor or over a pull-up bar. Kneel facing it and hold an end in each hand, arms straight and raised.
Steps
- Pull your elbows down toward your sides.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades down.
- Let your arms rise slowly.
Breathing
Breathe in as you lower. Breathe out as you pull.
Where you feel it
In the sides of your back.
Common mistakes
- Leaning back far.
- Shrugging toward the ears.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.
Check the band and its anchor before you start.