Band fixed back close grip pulldown

How to do it

1. 1Anchor the band to a fixed point above you, such as a pull‑up bar or sturdy beam.
2. 2Sit on a bench or chair facing the band, with your feet flat on the floor and knees bent.
3. 3Grab the band with a close grip, palms facing you.
4. 4Keep your back straight and brace your core.
5. 5Pull the band toward your chest, bringing the shoulder blades together.
6. 6Pause briefly at the bottom of the movement, feeling the contraction in the lats.
7. 7Release the band slowly back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the motion.
8. 8Repeat the desired number of repetitions.

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This page is for information and doesn’t replace a professional. If you have an injury or a medical condition, ask first. Data from the open catalogue hasaneyldrm/exercises-dataset, MIT licence.