Lat Pull Down [Bent Arm]

Instructions

• Anchor a resistance band securely above head height (e.g. over a door, pull-up bar, or beam).
• Kneel or sit tall directly underneath the anchor point, keeping your trunk upright and core gently engaged.
• Grasp the ends of the band with an overhand grip, elbows bent at approximately 90 degrees, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width.
• Begin with arms slightly forward of your shoulders and the band under light tension.
• Engage your shoulder blades by gently drawing them down and back — imagine pulling them into your back pockets.
• Exhale as you pull your elbows down and back while maintaining the 90-degree bend in your elbows. Focus on drawing your shoulder blades together.
• Avoid letting your elbows flare out too wide — keep them just below shoulder height.
• Pause briefly at the bottom of the movement, then slowly return to the start with control.
• Keep your neck relaxed and avoid shrugging throughout.
• Complete repetitions as prescribed by your physiotherapist.