Band Y raise Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Lateral
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Lateral
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Serratus Anterior, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Y raise
How to: Band Y raise
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding the band with both hands.
- Bend slightly at the knees and hinge forward at the hips with a flat back.
- Raise your arms in a Y shape above your head, keeping the elbows slightly bent.
- Hold the position for a moment, then lower your arms back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting the arms too high, which can strain the shoulders.
- Using momentum instead of a controlled movement.
- Not engaging the core during the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise sitting down to reduce strain on the back.
- Use a lighter band to decrease resistance.
Tips
- Maintain a straight back while performing the raise.
- Control the movement and avoid lifting too quickly.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body.
Band Y raise Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
band
deltoids
upper body
balance