Band Standing Straight Arm Pulldown Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Trapezius Middle Fibers, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Teres Major
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Standing Straight Arm Band Pulldown
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Band Standing Straight Arm Pulldown
- Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Hold the band with both hands above your head, arms fully extended.
- Keeping your arms straight, pull the band downwards until it reaches your thighs.
- Pause briefly, then return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using excessive weight that leads to poor form.
- Leaning backward instead of keeping a straight posture.
- Not fully extending the arms during the pulldown.
Modifications
- Use lighter resistance bands for beginners.
- Perform seated pulldowns for additional support.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise.
- Avoid leaning back; keep your posture straight.
- Perform the movement slowly to maximize muscle engagement.
Band Standing Straight Arm Pulldown Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
band exercises
lat pulldown
upper body
muscle definition
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