How to do it
Plant your feet flat and shoulder-width for a stable base.
- 1
Secure the band above you and grasp it with both hands, wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Bend at the hips and knees, leaning forward slightly with a straight back.
- 3
Pull the band down towards your chest, bending your elbows and squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- 4
Slowly return to the starting position, extending your arms fully.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Focus on pulling your elbows down and back, squeezing your shoulder blades together to fully engage the lats.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rounding the spine during the bent-over hold
- ✕Flaring elbows out wide on each pull
- ✕Hips rising before arms on each rep