Band Pull Through: How-to, Tips & More

The Band Pull Through is a beginner compound exercise for your glutes. You do it with resistance band. It is a good fit when your goal is muscle growth.

Besides the glutes, it also works your hamstrings, so it fits well in a session that trains those muscles together.

Muscles worked

Glutes muscle

Glutes

Primary

Hamstrings muscle

Hamstrings

Secondary

How to do the Band Pull Through

  1. Anchor a band low behind you and hold it between your legs.
  2. Walk forward until the band is tight.
  3. Hinge at your hips and let your hands go back through your legs.
  4. Snap your hips forward to stand tall and squeeze your glutes.

Band Pull Through tips

  • It is a hip hinge. Your knees bend only a little.

Sets and reps

Most lifters do well with 10 to 15 reps per set, and 10 to 15 reps is where this exercise tends to work best. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve on every set, and add weight once you can complete all your sets at the top of the range. It also works well in a superset with an exercise for the opposite muscles.

Equipment

Resistance band

Type

Compound

Band Pull Through alternatives

More glutes exercises

Frequently asked questions

What muscles does the Band Pull Through work?

The Band Pull Through mainly works your glutes, with help from your hamstrings.

How many sets and reps should I do?

A good starting point is 10 to 15 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 10 to 15 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.

Is the Band Pull Through good for beginners?

Yes. The Band Pull Through is considered beginner and is a good choice if you are new to training. Start light and focus on form.

What equipment do I need for the Band Pull Through?

You need resistance band.

Band Pull Through demonstration

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