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Resistance Band Kneeling Lat Pull Down

Intermediate
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A vertical pulling exercise using a resistance band that targets the lats and upper back to build strength; commonly used as a home-friendly alternative to the cable pulldown.

About Exercise

Equipment

Bands

Difficulty

3/5 • Intermediate

Primary Muscle Groups

Lats

Secondary Muscles

Shoulders, Traps, Abs

Accessory Muscles

Glutes

Popularity Score

7

Goals

Strength
Hypertrophy

Training Style

Functional Training
Bodybuilding

Setup Requirements

Requires Rack

No

Requires Bench

No

Requires Spotter

No

Space Needed

Small

Noise Level

Low

Muscle Breakdown

Lats

9/10

Teres Major

Biceps

6/10

Long Head, Short Head, Brachialis

Shoulders

4/10

Rear Delts

Traps

4/10

Upper Traps, Mid Traps, Lower Traps

Abs

3/10

Glutes

2/10
Programming

Typical Rep Range

8-15 reps

Rest Between Sets

60-120 seconds

How to Perform

Anchor a resistance band to a high sturdy point overhead. Kneel facing the anchor in a tall position with hips extended and grip the band with hands wider than shoulder-width.

  1. Brace your core and glutes to maintain a tall kneeling position.
  2. Initiate the pull by driving your elbows down and back.
  3. Pull the band until your hands reach shoulder height.
  4. Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the bottom.
  5. Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position.
  6. Maintain tension on the band throughout the movement.

Coaching Tips

Form Cues

  • Drive elbows to pockets
  • Keep chest up
  • Ribs down
  • Squeeze lats

Breathing

Inhale as you extend your arms upward, and exhale as you pull the band down.

Tempo

3-1-1

Range of Motion

Start with arms fully extended overhead and pull until elbows are by your sides and hands are near upper chest level.

Safety

Safety Notes

  • Ensure the anchor point is secure before pulling
  • Check band for tears or wear
  • Maintain a neutral spine

Spotting

Not recommended; ensure the band is securely anchored.

Common Mistakes

  • Arching the lower back
  • Shrugging shoulders
  • Using momentum
  • Sitting back on heels

When to Avoid

  • Acute shoulder impingement
  • Lower back injuries
  • Wrist instability

Flexibility Needed

  • Shoulder flexion to 180 degrees
  • Thoracic extension for posture

Build Up First

  • Basic pulling form knowledge
  • Core bracing competency

Also known as

Banded Kneeling Lat Pulldown, Kneeling Band Pulldown, Tall Kneeling Band Lat Pull

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