Resistance Band Bar Seated Lat Pulldown
The Resistance Band Bar Seated Lat Pulldown is a Back exercise that works the Latissimus Dorsi (Lats), the muscles that give the Back its width. Sitting on the floor facing a top-of-door anchor, you pull the Resistance Band Bar down and back to your chest, then return under control.
- Muscles Worked
- Lats (Latissimus Dorsi) · also Rhomboids And Mid Traps, Rear Shoulders, Biceps
- Equipment
- Door anchor, Resistance Band Bar
Set Up
- Anchor:
- Door anchor at the top of the door.
- Bands:
- Thread the bands through the door anchor and clip one end to each end ring of the Resistance Band Bar.
- Body Position:
- Grip the bar toward its outer ends and sit close to the door, facing it, with your knees bent. Keep your back straight, head straight and chest up, with your shoulders forward and arms straight, pointing up toward the anchor, and lean back slightly.
Movement
Pull the bar down and back until your hands are just in front of your chest. Return to the starting position, controlling the resistance.
Points To Remember
- Grip the bar loosely, just tight enough to hold on.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together as you pull the bar back.
Questions About The Seated Lat Pulldown
What muscles does the Resistance Band Bar Seated Lat Pulldown work?
The Resistance Band Bar Seated Lat Pulldown works the Lats (Latissimus Dorsi), with help from the Mid Back, Rear Shoulders and Biceps.
Where should I sit for a Seated Band Lat Pulldown?
Sit close to the door, facing it, so your straight arms point up toward the anchor at the top of the door. Lean back slightly so you are not sitting straight up and down during the Resistance Band Bar Seated Lat Pulldown.