Sideways Lat Pullover

Exercise Overview

The sideways lat pullover is a side-lying shoulder and upper-back strengthening exercise that emphasizes the latissimus dorsi and shoulder stabilizers. It can be used in rehabilitation to improve overhead arm control, scapular stability, and tolerance to lifting motions.

Muscles Involved

Latissimus dorsiTeres majorPosterior deltoidSerratus anteriorLower trapeziusRotator cuff

Related Conditions

Shoulder impingement syndromeRotator cuff tendinopathyScapular dyskinesisShoulder weakness after injuryPostural shoulder dysfunctionOverhead movement dysfunction

Equipment Needed

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