How to Do Band Pullthrough

Band Pullthrough is a glutes exercise using resistance band, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Glutes

Equipment

Resistance band

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Band Pullthrough

  1. 01Anchor a resistance band to a low point and stand facing away from the anchor with the band between the legs.
  2. 02Step forward until there is tension on the band, holding it with both hands at hip level.
  3. 03Hinge at the hips, allowing the hands to travel back between the knees while keeping a flat back.
  4. 04Drive the hips forward to return to a standing position, squeezing the glutes hard at the top.
  5. 05Maintain a soft bend in the knees throughout the entire set.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Band Pullthrough

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Glutes Extends the hip, your main power generator.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

If the lower back arches, focus on pushing the hips back toward the wall rather than leaning the torso forward.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Band Pullthrough questions

What muscles does Band Pullthrough work?

Band Pullthrough is catalogued as a glutes exercise in A90 Training Club, with the glutes as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Band Pullthrough correctly?

Anchor a resistance band to a low point and stand facing away from the anchor with the band between the legs. Step forward until there is tension on the band, holding it with both hands at hip level. Hinge at the hips, allowing the hands to travel back between the knees while keeping a flat back. Drive the hips forward to return to a standing position, squeezing the glutes hard at the top. Maintain a soft bend in the knees throughout the entire set.

What is the A90 coach tip for Band Pullthrough?

If the lower back arches, focus on pushing the hips back toward the wall rather than leaning the torso forward.

Is Band Pullthrough suitable for beginners?

Band Pullthrough is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Band Pullthrough?

Band Pullthrough uses resistance band.

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