Lat Pull Toe Touch
Exercise Overview
The lat pull toe touch exercise is used to recruit the latissimus dorsi as a spinal stabilizers to improve multi-segmental flexion. Start by anchoring a band to stable object like a band anchor or squat rack in front of you at hip height. Pull the band back with both arms to engage your lats. While maintaining tension, begin to bend forwards to tap your toes with your fingers. Keep the knees straight as you reach forward.
Muscles Involved
Latissimus dorsiPosterior chainHamstringsErector SpinaeCalves
Related Conditions
Sacroiliac Joint SyndromeAcute Low Back PainHamstrings Strain or Hamstrings TendinopathyYoga ButtLumbar flexion hypomobilitySegmental lumbar instability
