Band straight Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Teres Major, Trapezius, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor, Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Band Straight Arm Pulldown
How to: Band straight
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and anchor the band at a low point behind you.
- Grab the band with both hands, arms extended in front of you.
- Pull the band down and back towards your hips, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- Hold briefly at the bottom, then slowly return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Pulling with your arms instead of engaging your back muscles.
- Arching the back during the exercise.
- Using momentum instead of controlled motions.
Modifications
- Use a lighter band for beginners.
- Perform the exercise seated for better support.
Tips
- Maintain a straight back throughout the movement to prevent injury.
- Engage your core for better stability.
- Focus on controlled movements rather than rushing.
Band straight Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
resistance band
upper body
muscle endurance
latissimus dorsi