The band fixed back close grip pulldown is an exercise targeting the latissimus dorsi (lats) using a resistance band anchored above the user. It mimics the traditional cable pulldown but uses a band for resistance, making it accessible and effective for building back strength.
Also Works
BicepsForearms
How to Perform
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Attach the band to a fixed point above you, such as a pullup bar or sturdy beam.
2
Sit down on a bench or chair facing the band, with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent.
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Grasp the band with a close grip, palms facing towards you.
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Keep your back straight and engage your core.
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Pull the band down towards your chest, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
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Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, feeling the contraction in your lats.
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Slowly release the band back to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Pro Tips
•Keep your palms facing you (or each other) in a close-grip position to maximize bicep and lower lat activation.
•Sit tall and pull the band toward your sternum, driving your elbows down and back.
•Control the return phase for 2-3 seconds to maintain tension on the lats throughout each rep.
Common Mistakes
•Allowing the torso to swing forward and back, using body momentum instead of lat contraction.
•Gripping too wide, which changes the exercise from a close-grip pulldown into a standard pulldown.
•Not fully extending the arms at the top, which shortens the range of motion and reduces the lat stretch.