How to do it
Keep your wrists straight instead of bending them backward.
- 1
Anchor the band at a high point and stand facing the anchor.
- 2
Grasp the band with both hands close together, palms facing each other.
- 3
Pull the band down towards your upper chest, keeping your elbows high and out to the sides.
- 4
Engage your core and squeeze your shoulder blades together at the peak of the movement.
- 5
Slowly return to the starting position, maintaining tension in the band, and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Maintain a slight bend in your knees throughout the exercise to support your lower back and improve stability.
Common mistakes
- ✕Pulling the band toward the stomach
- ✕Letting the elbows drop close to the ribs
- ✕Rounding the lower back during the pull