Band Lat Pulldown


Pro Tip

Bend forward further to increase the involvement of your lats. Bend forward less to increase the involvement of your rear deltoids. The band can be wrapped around any stable object if a power rack or pole is not available.


How To

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart while bending forward and maintaining a flat back. While in this position, wrap a band around a power rack or pole at shoulder-level.
  2. Using an overhand grip, position your arms out in front of you so that they are straight.
  3. Exhale and bend at your arms by drawing your elbows inward toward your sides, maintaining the position of your torso.
  4. Continue until you are unable to draw your elbows toward your sides any further without having to rotate your body.
  5. Inhale and allow your arms to straighten, returning to the starting position.

Primary Muscle Groups

Lats

Largest muscle of your back, spanning from the lower to middle regions creating a v shape.


Secondary Muscle Groups

Back Shoulder

Outer region of your upper back as well as the back area of your shoulder.

Inner Bicep

Inner portion of your bicep.

Inner Forearm

A group of muscles on the inside of your lower arm.

Lower Back

Center region of your back, spanning from the pelvis to just below the neck. However, parts of it are hidden beneath other muscles. The lower portion is the most visible.

Outer Bicep

Outer portion of your bicep.

Outer Forearm

A group of muscles on the outside and sides of your lower arm.

Upper Back

A significant portion of the upper region of your back. It is widest in the middle, forming a diamond shape that connects the middle of your back to both of your shoulder blades and the upper portion of your neck. It is comprised of three regions. Each region has a different function and is trained in different ways.


Equipment

Handle Band

These bands are usually the easiest to grip. If none are available, you can use a loop band instead.


Variations

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups and require the same equipment.


Alternatives

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups with different equipment