How to do it
Press your lower back flat against the floor for the whole set.
- 1
Lie on your back with your legs straight and arms extended above your head.
- 2
Simulate a lat pulldown motion by driving your elbows down to your sides and contracting your lats.
- 3
Slowly return your arms to the starting position while maintaining tension in your lats.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, focusing on the muscle contraction throughout the movement.
Expert tip
Ensure full range of motion by stretching your arms completely at the top and squeezing your shoulder blades together at the bottom.
Common mistakes
- ✕Flaring the elbows out wide on the pull
- ✕Lifting the head and shoulders off the floor
- ✕Bending the wrists during the contraction