Reviewed exercise · beginner

Banded Straight-Arm Pulldown

A accessory vertical pull movement for back.

Equipment

bands

Typical range

10–25 reps

Also trains

triceps, core

Set up

Set up in a clear space and inspect every contact point before starting.

Execute

Secure the band overhead and sweep nearly straight arms toward the thighs without trunk movement.

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled range, then exit the position safely.

Coaching cues

• Keep shoulders down.
• Use a repeatable, pain-free range.

Common mistakes

• Arching the back or using an insecure anchor.
• Continuing after position, control, or equipment security is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.