Towel Standing Behind-Back External Rotation
The Towel Standing Behind-Back External Rotation mainly works the shoulders. You'll need: towel.
Required Equipment
Towel Standing Behind-Back External Rotation Muscles Worked
Primary
Rotator Cuff (infraspinatus); Small Rotator (teres minor)
Secondary
Rear Shoulder (Delts) (posterior deltoid); Shoulder Rotator (subscapularis)
How to do the Towel Standing Behind-Back External Rotation
Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a rolled-up towel horizontally behind your lower back with both hands.
Keep your elbows gently bent and close to your torso as you prepare for the movement.
Use your opposite arm to gently pull the towel horizontally, guiding the working arm into external rotation.
Hold the stretch at a comfortable point for a few seconds while breathing smoothly.
Slowly return to the starting position in a controlled manner before switching sides.
Towel Standing Behind-Back External Rotation FAQs
What muscles does the Towel Standing Behind-Back External Rotation work?
The Towel Standing Behind-Back External Rotation mainly works the shoulders. The main muscles are the infraspinatus and teres minor.
What equipment do you need for the Towel Standing Behind-Back External Rotation?
Towel.
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