latsband
band underhand pulldown
band underhand pulldown is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Attach the band to a high anchor point, such as a pull-up bar or sturdy beam.
Step 2. Stand facing the anchor point with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Step 3. Grasp the band with an underhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Step 4. Extend your arms fully overhead, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
Step 5. Engage your lats and pull the band down towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Step 6. Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, then slowly release the tension and return to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
lats
Secondary muscles
bicepsforearms
Primary body parts
back
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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