How to do it
Set your feet firmly and brace your core before each repetition.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a resistance band with both hands overhead.
- 2
Keep your arms straight and pull the band down to your sides, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- 3
Slowly return to the starting position with control.
- 4
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your movements smooth and controlled, focusing on the contraction of your lats without using momentum.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbows during the pull-down
- ✕Shrugging the shoulders toward the ears
- ✕Leaning the torso backward to pull the band