Band straight arm pulldown Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Levator Scapulae, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Teres Major
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Straight Arm Band Pulldown
How to: Band straight arm pulldown
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, securing the resistance band overhead.
- With straight arms, pull the band down towards your thighs while engaging your back muscles.
- Slowly return to the starting position while maintaining control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of muscle strength to pull down.
- Allowing elbows to bend during the exercise.
- Not maintaining proper posture throughout the movement.
Modifications
- Use a lighter resistance band for beginners.
- Perform the exercise seated for added stability.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain stability.
- Keep your elbows straight and pull down through your back.
- Control the band while returning to avoid snapping back.
Band straight arm pulldown Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
latissimus dorsi
band exercises
shoulders
posture