Back Exercises With Resistance Bands

Resistance band back exercises are a great way to strengthen and develop the back and lat muscles. By doing back exercises with resistance bands you are working out the lower and upper back and compliments resistance band bicep curls, tricep pushdowns and chest presses for an effective upper body workout using resistance bands to burn calories and build strength.

There are several ways you can do back exercises with resistance bands. In this article we will focus on the resistance band standing row. Alternatively, you could do a resistance band seated row which also uses a stability ball.

There is no need for fancy equipment to do this exercise. If you’re tired of using free weights or machines then this is a great routine to change it up and shock your muscles into growth. If you find the resistance band standing row to be too easy, you can always use a band with more tension for added resistance. Here is a video demonstration showing you how to properly do resistance band rows.

How To Do A Resistance Band Standing Row

For this exercise you will need to anchor the resistance band to an object. In the example we demonstrate in the video, the bands are conveniently attached to a fence.

With this exercise you want to imitate a rowing motion, pulling your elbows in towards your torso.

Stand facing the resistance band and keep both knees slightly bent. Start the exercise with arms shoulder distance apart and reaching forward.

Draw your elbows back, aiming to move the elbows past the line of the back. Try to squeeze your shoulder blades together as you pull.

Complete the exercise by slowly returning to the starting position.

Throughout the exercise, keep your shoulders relaxed, your wrists level with your elbows and your arms tucked in close to your body. Complete 10 repetitions.