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.
