Resistance Band Lat Pull Down Exercise

The lat pull down with a resistance band is a great alternative to the resistance machine found in gyms. It strengthens the Latissimus Dorsi muscles.

Teaching Points

  • Attach the centre of the band to a stationary object above your head. 
  • Hold the ends of the band in your hands. 
  • Start with your arms out in front of you, elbows straight and hands above head level. 
  • Bend your elbows and pull your hands back to chest level. 
  • Slowly return to the starting position. 

Muscles Worked

  • Latissimus Dorsi. 
  • Biceps Brachii. 

Alternative exercises

  •  Lat pull down resistance machine. 
  • Chin-ups. 
  • Assisted chin-ups.

Related Injuries

  • Postural kyphosis.