Resistance Band Pullover Exercise

The pullover exericse strengthens the Latissimus Dorsi muscles which are found on either side of the mid to lower back and attach to the upper arm.

Teaching Points

  • Attach the centre of the band to a fixed point close to the floor.
  • Lay on your back with the attachment behind your head.
  • Hold the ends in your hands.  
  • Start with the arms straight, above your head and pull your hands forwards, over your head towards your waist.  
  • Return to the starting position.  

Muscles Worked

  • Latissimus Dorsi.  
  • Pectoralis minor.  

Alternative exercises

  • Dumbbell pullover.
  • Pullover resistance machine.

Related Injuries

  • Postural kyphosis.