Exercise Detail

band underhand pulldown

The band underhand pulldown is a resistance band exercise targeting the latissimus dorsi (lats) and also engaging the biceps and forearms. It mimics the movement of a lat pulldown machine but uses a resistance band anchored overhead.

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Equipment

Band

Instructions

Attach the band to a high anchor point, such as a pull-up bar or sturdy beam.
Stand facing the anchor point with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Grasp the band with an underhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Extend your arms fully overhead, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
Engage your lats and pull the band down towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, then slowly release the tension and return to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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