Standing Supinated Face Pull (with towels) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Posterior
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Posterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Infraspinatus, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Teres Minor
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Face Pull with a Towel
How to: Standing Supinated Face Pull (with towels)
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding towels with both hands.
- Pull the towels towards your face, keeping your elbows high.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the peak of the movement.
- Slowly return to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the elbows to drop too low.
- Overextending the neck while pulling the towels.
Modifications
- Use a resistance band instead of towels for a lighter option.
- Perform the exercise seated for increased stability.
Tips
- Maintain a straight posture throughout the movement.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on controlled movements.
Standing Supinated Face Pull (with towels) Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
face pull
strength
posture
deltoids
resistance