Resistance-Band Pull-Apart

1. Starting Position:

   • Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.

   • Hold a resistance band with both hands, keeping your arms extended straight in front of you at chest height.

   • Your palms should face inward toward each other.

2. Hand Positioning:

   • Adjust your grip on the band so that your hands are about shoulder-width apart.

3. Engagement:

   • Engage your core and keep a slight bend in your knees to maintain balance.

   • Make sure your shoulders are relaxed, not shrugged up toward your ears.

4. Movement:

   • Slowly pull the band apart by moving your hands outward, keeping your arms straight.

   • Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together as you pull the band apart.

   • Continue pulling until your hands are positioned slightly wider than your shoulders.

5. Return:

   • Gradually return to the starting position by bringing your hands back together without losing tension in the band.

   • Make sure to control the movement; don't let the band snap back quickly.

6. Repetitions:

   • Perform 2-3 sets of 10-15 repetitions.

Tips:

• Keep your movements slow and controlled to maximize effectiveness.

• If the band is too challenging, adjust your hand positioning to make it easier or use a lighter band.

• Focus on maintaining proper posture throughout the exercise.