Pull Down Press
Exercise Overview
The pull down press exercise is used to engage the internal rotators of the shoulder to stabilize the glenohumeral joint dynamically. Start by anchoring a band to an anchor at a height well overhead (a squat rack or band anchor works great). This exercise may be completed standing or in a kneel position. Pull the band so that you are setting up for a CHEST PRESS making sure that there is light-to-medium tension in the band before your start. Complete a chest press while making sure your elbow is aligned directly in front of your wrist during the movement.
Muscles Involved
Rotator Cuffsubscapularislatissismus dorsiteres majorpectoralis minoranterior deltoid
Related Conditions
osteolysis of the distal claviclebiceps sling irritationrotator cuff tendinitis / rotator cuff tendinopathydynamic shoulder instabilitybench press warm up
