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Resistance-Band Kneeling Straight-Arm Across-Body Single Supinated Pulldown

Strengthen your back and core with this resistance band exercise! A great at-home workout for a stronger, more stable you.

The Resistance-Band Kneeling Straight-Arm Across-Body Single Supinated Pulldown mainly works the back and chest, with help from the core. You'll need: resistance bands.

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Required Equipment

Resistance Bands
Resistance Bands

Resistance-Band Kneeling Straight-Arm Across-Body Single Supinated Pulldown Muscles Worked

Primary

Lats (latissimus dorsi); Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head)

Secondary

Obliques; Rhomboids (Shoulder Blade) (rhomboids, major & minor)

Resistance-Band Kneeling Straight-Arm Across-Body Single Supinated Pulldown Variations and Alternatives

How to do the Resistance-Band Kneeling Straight-Arm Across-Body Single Supinated Pulldown

  1. Attach a resistance band to a high, stable anchor point. If you're using a door anchor, make sure it's securely fixed above the door frame.

  2. Begin by kneeling on the floor, ensuring one knee is down and the opposite foot is planted in front, forming a stable, lunge-like position.

  3. With your body angled slightly away from the band's anchor point, grasp the band with one hand, palm facing up (supinated grip).

  4. Keeping your arm straight, pull the band diagonally across your body towards your hip.

  5. As you pull the band down, rotate your torso slightly to facilitate the movement, engaging your core for stability.

  6. Slowly return to the starting position, controlling the resistance band with your lats and maintaining tension throughout the motion.

  7. Focus on squeezing your back muscles as you pull the band downward.

  8. Complete the desired number of reps and sets, then switch sides and repeat with the opposite arm.

Make sure to adjust the resistance of the band to match your strength level and maintain proper form throughout the exercise.

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Resistance-Band Kneeling Straight-Arm Across-Body Single Supinated Pulldown FAQs

What muscles does the Resistance-Band Kneeling Straight-Arm Across-Body Single Supinated Pulldown work?

The Resistance-Band Kneeling Straight-Arm Across-Body Single Supinated Pulldown mainly works the back and chest, with help from the core. The main muscles are the latissimus dorsi and pectoralis major.

What equipment do you need for the Resistance-Band Kneeling Straight-Arm Across-Body Single Supinated Pulldown?

Resistance bands.

What workout day should the Resistance-Band Kneeling Straight-Arm Across-Body Single Supinated Pulldown go on?

It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Resistance-Band Kneeling Straight-Arm Across-Body Single Supinated Pulldown variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Loop-Band Wide-Grip Pull-Up, Band Bent-Over Lat Pulldown, Loop-Band Lat Pulldown and Band Kneeling Lat Pulldown.

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