Band lat pulldown
- Basic
- Resistance band
Drive shoulders and elbows down to your pockets
Muscles worked
- Primary:
- Back
- Secondary:
- Biceps
How to do it
- Anchor the band overhead and hold one end in each hand, arms extended.
- Pull down, driving your elbows to your sides until your hands reach your chest.
- Return over 2 s letting your arms straighten fully.
Common mistakes
- Leaning your body back to pull.
- Stopping halfway at the top.
Tips
- Think about driving your elbows down, not pulling with your hands.
- Kneel if the anchor is not high enough.