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Resistance-Band Shoulder External in Sup Rotation

Strengthen your rotator cuff with Resistance-Band Shoulder External Rotations! Improve shoulder stability & posture with this simple exercise.

The Resistance-Band Shoulder External in Sup Rotation mainly works the shoulders. You'll need: chair or resistance bands.

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Required Equipment

Chair
Chair
Resistance Bands
Resistance Bands

Resistance-Band Shoulder External in Sup Rotation Muscles Worked

Primary

Rotator Cuff (infraspinatus); Small Rotator (teres minor)

Secondary

Shoulder Rotator (subscapularis); Rear Shoulder (Delts) (posterior deltoid)

How to do the Resistance-Band Shoulder External in Sup Rotation

Resistance Band Shoulder External Rotation

Positioning:

  1. Sit on a sturdy chair with your feet flat on the floor, shoulder-width apart.

  2. Place your elbows at your sides, bent at a 90-degree angle, with the resistance band secured behind the chair. You should be holding the ends of the band with each hand, palms facing inward.

  3. Your forearms should be parallel to the floor, and your posture should be upright with shoulders relaxed.

Movement Instructions:

  1. Start with your elbows pressed against your sides. This is your starting position.

  2. Slowly rotate your shoulders outward, keeping your elbows tucked in.

  3. Continue moving until your hands are raised to the side, but do not let your elbows leave your sides.

  4. Pause for a moment at the end of the movement.

  5. Return to the starting position by slowly bringing your hands back to the center.

  6. Repeat the movement for 10-15 repetitions, ensuring that the movement is controlled and steady.

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to maintain posture.

  • Make sure to breathe steadily; exhale as you rotate outward and inhale as you return to the starting position.

  • Adjust the resistance of the band according to your strength level.

Resistance-Band Shoulder External in Sup Rotation FAQs

What muscles does the Resistance-Band Shoulder External in Sup Rotation work?

The Resistance-Band Shoulder External in Sup Rotation mainly works the shoulders. The main muscles are the infraspinatus and teres minor.

What equipment do you need for the Resistance-Band Shoulder External in Sup Rotation?

Chair or resistance bands.

What workout day should the Resistance-Band Shoulder External in Sup Rotation go on?

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

What are some Resistance-Band Shoulder External in Sup Rotation variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Bodyweight Standing Scapular External Rotation, Dumbbell Supported Shoulder External in Rotation, Dumbbell Standing Shoulder External 90-Rotation and Loop-Band Shoulder External Rotation.

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