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Band Lat Stretch

Single-arm band-assisted lat stretch using a secure high anchor and a controlled hip-back position.

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Band Lat Stretch demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

LatsShoulders

Equipment

Resistance Band

Sets × time

2 × 30 sec

Rest

30 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Secure a resistance band above shoulder height and hold it with one hand.
  2. 02Step back until the working arm is straight and the band applies gentle traction without pulling the shoulder into pain.
  3. 03Push your hips backward and slightly away from the anchored side while keeping your spine long.
  4. 04Breathe into the stretched side of your torso and keep the working shoulder relaxed.
  5. 05Hold for 30 seconds, step toward the anchor to release the band safely, and repeat with the other arm.

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