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Resistance-Band Shoulder Adduction

Strengthen your shoulders with Resistance-Band Shoulder Adduction. Improve stability & posture with this effective exercise!

The Resistance-Band Shoulder Adduction mainly works the shoulders, with help from the traps and triceps. You'll need: resistance bands.

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Required Equipment

Resistance Bands
Resistance Bands

Resistance-Band Shoulder Adduction Muscles Worked

Primary

Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)

Secondary

Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers); Triceps (triceps brachii)

How to do the Resistance-Band Shoulder Adduction

Instructions for Resistance Band Shoulder Adduction:

  1. Secure the resistance band to a sturdy object at or above shoulder height.

  2. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, perpendicular to where the band is anchored.

  3. Grab the resistance band with the hand that's farthest from the anchor point. Your arm should be extended up and out to the side, parallel to the ground.

  4. Keeping your arm straight, pull the band down toward your body by moving your arm across the front of your torso.

  5. Lower your arm with controlled movement until it is close to your side. Your palm should be facing down, and the band should have tension throughout the movement.

  6. Pause briefly at the bottom of the movement with your arm adducted against the side of your torso.

  7. Slowly return to the starting position, maintaining tension on the band as your arm moves back up to shoulder height.

  8. Complete the desired number of repetitions and then switch arms.

Ensure that your movements are controlled and constant, avoiding any jerky or rapid movements that can lead to injury. Adjust the resistance of the band as needed to match your strength level and maintain proper form throughout the exercise.

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Resistance-Band Shoulder Adduction FAQs

What muscles does the Resistance-Band Shoulder Adduction work?

The Resistance-Band Shoulder Adduction mainly works the shoulders, with help from the traps and triceps. The main muscles are the lateral deltoid and anterior deltoid.

What equipment do you need for the Resistance-Band Shoulder Adduction?

Resistance bands.

What workout day should the Resistance-Band Shoulder Adduction go on?

It belongs on pull day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Resistance-Band Shoulder Adduction variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Band Single-Arm Shoulder Press, Band Lateral Front Raise, Band Hip Adduction and Loop-Band Overhead Shoulder Stretch.

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