Resistance Band Bent Over Rear Delt Fly Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Posterior
- Equipment
- Resistance Band
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Posterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Infraspinatus, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Teres Minor
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Rear Delt Fly with Resistance Band
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Resistance Band Bent Over Rear Delt Fly
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hold the resistance band with both hands.
- Hinge at the hips and bend your knees slightly, keeping your back straight.
- With arms extended, pull the band apart, leading with your elbows and focusing on your shoulder blades.
- Squeeze the shoulder blades together at the top and slowly return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight or resistance.
- Rounding the shoulders or back during the movement.
- Not maintaining a stable core.
Modifications
- Reduce resistance by using a lighter band.
- Perform the exercise seated if standing causes discomfort.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and hinge at the hips.
- Control the movement to avoid using momentum.
- Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
Resistance Band Bent Over Rear Delt Fly Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
deltoids
strength
resistance band
posterior chain
upper body
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