EXERCISE PROFILE
- MAIN MUSCLES: Delts
- SECONDARY MUSCLES: Traps
- EXERCISE CATEGORY: Strength
- EXERCISE TYPE: Isolating-(Single-Joint)
- EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: Band
- EXPERIENCE LEVEL: Beginner Mid-level
EXERCISE INSTRUCTION
- Grasp the handles of the band with a neutral grip.
- Stretch your arms forward and step back a distance of slight pull. Straighten your back completely, straighten your chest.
- As you exhale, gently spread your straight arms back and to the sides.
- Try to bring them as far behind your back as possible.
- While inhaling, smoothly return to the starting position.
NOTE: Try not to help your legs and core, all of which significantly relieves the load on the shoulders. If you can’t do the exercise with your hands alone, reduce the load.