Band Knelling Lat Pulldown Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Brachioradialis, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Biceps Brachii, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Kneeling Lat Pulldown with Band
How to: Band Knelling Lat Pulldown
- Start by kneeling on the floor with the band attached to a stable point above you.
- Grasp the band with both hands, palms facing each other.
- Engage your core and pull the band down towards your chest while squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Control the band back to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of reps.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum to pull the band rather than using muscle strength.
- Allowing the shoulder to shrug up during the pull.
- Not controlling the release of the band.
Modifications
- Use a lighter resistance band if you're a beginner.
- Perform the exercise seated on a bench for more stability.
Tips
- Make sure to maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body as you pull.
- Control the movement both while pulling and releasing the band.
Band Knelling Lat Pulldown Alternatives
Tags
back
latissimus dorsi
strength
band exercises
upper body
resistance training