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    Sliding Floor Pulldown on Towel Exercise Guide

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    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Latissimus Dorsi
    Equipment
    Body weight
    Body Part
    Back
    Primary Muscle
    Latissimus Dorsi
    Secondary Muscles
    Deltoid Posterior, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Teres Major, Infraspinatus, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Triceps Brachii, Teres Minor
    Intensity
    medium
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    5.5
    Alternate Names
    Floor Pulldown with Towel

    Visualised Target Muscle Groups

    Front

    Body muscles front

    Back

    Body muscles back

    How to: Sliding Floor Pulldown on Towel

    1. Start in a seated position on the floor with a towel beneath you.
    2. Hold both ends of the towel, pulling it taut.
    3. Lean back slightly and pull the towel towards your chest while squeezing your shoulder blades together.
    4. Slowly return to the starting position and repeat.

    Common Mistakes

    • Letting the shoulders rise up towards the ears.
    • Using momentum instead of controlled motion.
    • Not fully extending the arms during the pulldown.

    Modifications

    • Perform the exercise with your knees bent if needed.
    • Use a towel for better grip and reduced friction on the floor.

    Tips

    • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
    • Focus on a controlled movement rather than speed.
    • Ensure not to overextend your back at any point.

    Sliding Floor Pulldown on Towel Alternatives

    Lying Floor Row with Bent Knee

    Lying Floor Row with Bent Knee

    Body Part: Back

    Seated Commando Pull up

    Seated Commando Pull up

    Body Part: Back, Waist

    Tags

    back
    strength
    pulldown
    bodyweight
    latissimus dorsi
    core engagement

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