Banded Lats Stretch

BANDED LATS STRETCH

The banded lats stretch is an exercise used to increase latissimus dorsi flexibility. Start by anchoring a band to a stable object like a squat rack or band anchor at a height above your head. Loop the other end of the band around the back of your wrist. Step backwards to apply tension into the band. Begin to hinge forwards at the hips while raising your attached arm over head. Allow the band to pull your arm towards the anchor point. Use your free arm to grip onto the opposite knee and rotate through the torso to deepen the stretch.

Muscles involved:

• latissimus dorsi

Related conditions:

• shoulder impingement

• latissimus dorsi contracture

• shoulder hypomobility

• upper cross syndrome

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