Resistance-Band Reverse Bent-Over Fly
Strengthen your back and shoulders with Resistance-Band Reverse Bent-Over Fly. A simple exercise for a stronger, healthier you!
The Resistance-Band Reverse Bent-Over Fly mainly works the shoulders and back, with help from the traps. You'll need: resistance bands.
Required Equipment

Resistance-Band Reverse Bent-Over Fly Muscles Worked
Primary
Rear Shoulder (Delts) (posterior deltoid); Rhomboids (Shoulder Blade) (rhomboids, major & minor)
Secondary
Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid); Mid Traps (trapezius, middle fibers)
Resistance-Band Reverse Bent-Over Fly Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Resistance-Band Reverse Bent-Over Fly
Resistance Band Bent Over Reverse Fly
Positioning:
1. Starting Position:
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Hold one end of the resistance band in each hand.
Step on the center of the band with both feet, ensuring it is secure.
Hinge forward at the hips, keeping your back straight and your core engaged. Your torso should be at about a 45-degree angle to the ground.
Let your arms hang straight down, palms facing each other.
Movement:
2. Fly Movement:
As you inhale, raise your arms out to the side, keeping a slight bend in the elbows.
Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement.
Ensure your arms are parallel to the ground at the peak of the movement.
3. Return:
Exhale as you slowly lower your arms back to the starting position, maintaining control and tension in the band throughout the movement.
Tips:
Keep your neck neutral and avoid looking up or down excessively.
Perform 2-3 sets of 10-15 repetitions, resting as needed between sets.
Focus on controlled movements rather than speed to ensure proper form and effectiveness.
Resistance-Band Reverse Bent-Over Fly FAQs
What muscles does the Resistance-Band Reverse Bent-Over Fly work?
The Resistance-Band Reverse Bent-Over Fly mainly works the shoulders and back, with help from the traps. The main muscles are the posterior deltoid and rhomboids.
What equipment do you need for the Resistance-Band Reverse Bent-Over Fly?
Resistance bands.
What workout day should the Resistance-Band Reverse Bent-Over Fly go on?
It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Resistance-Band Reverse Bent-Over Fly variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Band Bent-Over Rear Deltoid Kickback, Band Bent-Over Lateral Rear Raise, Band High Fly and Band Rear-Delt Row.
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