Band Upright Shoulder External Rotation Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Subscapularis
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Subscapularis
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Teres Minor
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- External Rotation with Band
How to: Band Upright Shoulder External Rotation
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding the band in one hand.
- Bend your elbow at a 90-degree angle and keep it close to your side.
- Rotate your shoulder outward, pulling the band away from your body.
- Hold for a moment at the end of the movement and then return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired repetitions on both sides.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting the elbow away from the body during the exercise.
- Using too much weight causing poor form.
- Loss of control and momentum in movements.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated to reduce strain on the back.
- Use a lighter resistance band for beginners.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body throughout the movement.
- Focus on controlled movements instead of using momentum.
- Ensure that your band is securely anchored.
Band Upright Shoulder External Rotation Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
external rotation
band workout
strength
rehabilitation