Band face pull Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Posterior
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Posterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Infraspinatus, Brachioradialis, Teres Minor, Deltoid Lateral, Trapezius Middle Fibers
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Face Pull with Band
How to: Band face pull
- Attach a resistance band at shoulder height.
- Stand facing the band and grasp it with both hands, arms extended.
- Pull the band towards your face while keeping your elbows high and flared out.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not keeping the elbows high enough during the pull.
- Using momentum to pull instead of controlled movement.
- Letting the band snap back too quickly.
Modifications
- Use a lighter resistance band if needed.
- Perform the exercise seated for more stability.
Tips
- Keep your elbows high and pull towards your face.
- Maintain tension in the band throughout the entire movement.
- Focus on squeezing the shoulder blades together at the end of the pull.
Band face pull Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
band exercises
strength
deltoids
posterior chain
fitness