Sliding Floor Pulldown on Towel Exercise Guide
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
How to: Sliding Floor Pulldown on Towel
- Start in a seated position on the floor with a towel beneath you.
- Hold both ends of the towel, pulling it taut.
- Lean back slightly and pull the towel towards your chest while squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- 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
Tags
back
strength
pulldown
bodyweight
latissimus dorsi
core engagement