Towel Side Pass Through
The Towel Side Pass Through mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest and back. You'll need: towel.
Required Equipment
Towel Side Pass Through Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
Secondary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Lats (latissimus dorsi)
How to do the Towel Side Pass Through
Setup
Standing tall with your feet hip-width apart, grasp a towel with both hands, using a wide overhand grip.
Movement
Starting Point: Begin with the towel held in front of your hips, arms straight.
Execution: Keeping your arms fully extended and core engaged, slowly lift the towel up and over your head, moving it to the small of your back.
Return: Move the towel back up over your head returning to the starting position in front of your hips.
Control: Focus on a slow, controlled movement through your full range of motion. Keep tension on the towel throughout the movement.
Note: If you feel any sharp pain, increase the distance between your hands to decrease the intensity of the stretch.
Towel Side Pass Through FAQs
What muscles does the Towel Side Pass Through work?
The Towel Side Pass Through mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest and back. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Towel Side Pass Through?
Towel.
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