How to do Towel lat pulldown
Towel lat pulldown works the Lats, rear shoulders with no equipment. Key cue: “Keep the towel taut and pull it down by driving your elbows down”
Steps
- Hold the ends of a towel wider than shoulder-width and raise it overhead
- Keeping the towel taut, bend your elbows and pull it down in front of your chest
- Slowly raise it back up
How many: 12–15 reps
Muscles worked
Lats, rear shoulders
Common mistakes
- Letting the towel go slack
- Shrugging your shoulders
Easier or harder
| Easier | Pull down a shorter distance |
|---|---|
| Harder | Hold 2 sec at the bottom |
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Results are rough estimates from general formulas, not medical advice. If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are under treatment, talk to your doctor before you start. Stop right away if anything hurts.