Exercise Ball Straight Arm Pull Down Seated

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The exercise ball straight arm pull down seated workout primarily engages the Lats and Chest.

The exercise ball provides an unstable surface, increasing core activation without overstating the involvement of secondary muscles.

Sit on an exercise ball with your feet flat on the floor and your back straight.
Hold a resistance band or cable attachment with both hands, palms facing down.
Extend your arms straight out in front of you, keeping them shoulder-width apart.
Slowly pull the band down towards your thighs, keeping your arms straight and your back still.
Pause for a moment, then slowly return to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.

Start by sitting on the exercise ball with your feet flat on the ground and your knees at a 90-degree angle. This will help stabilize your core and engage your lats.
Hold the exercise band with your arms straight out in front of you, palms facing down. Keep your shoulders relaxed and away from your ears.
Engage your lats by pulling the band down towards your hips, keeping your arms straight and your chest lifted. Imagine squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Focus on maintaining a slow and controlled movement throughout the exercise. Avoid using momentum to pull the band down.
As you pull the band down, exhale and contract your chest muscles. This will help you engage your chest and maximize the effectiveness of the exercise.
Pause briefly at the bottom of the movement, feeling the tension in your lats and chest. Then slowly release the band back to the starting position, inhaling as you do so.
Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions, aiming for 2-3 sets of 10-12 reps. Remember to listen to your body and adjust the resistance of the band as needed.