Band Row: muscles worked and form

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Muscles worked

Main	Upper back, Latissimus dorsi
Also	Biceps brachii, Posterior deltoid

Setup

A band around a post at chest height, or around the feet seated.

How to do it well

Band anchored in front, step back for tension
Row the hands to the ribs
Squeeze the shoulder blades, return slowly

Common mistakes

Leaning back for leverage
Shrugging up

Similar exercises

Helms Row
Landmine Row
Ring Row
Smith Machine Row
Archer Pull-up
Barbell Row

General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.