Banded Face Pulls
Muscle Groups: Shoulders, Traps
Banded Face Pulls focuses on Shoulders, Traps.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Banded Face Pulls with proper form and technique.
- 1
Attach a resistance band to a sturdy anchor point at chest height.
- 2
Grab the band with an overhand grip, palms facing down, thumbs pointing towards each other, or a neutral grip, palms facing each other.
- 3
Step back until there is tension in the band, standing tall with feet shoulder-width apart and a slight bend in your knees.
- 4
Extend your arms straight out in front of you, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
- 5
Initiate the pull by driving your elbows high and wide, pulling the band towards your face, aiming for your ears or just behind your head.
- 6
Squeeze your shoulder blades together as you complete the pull, feeling the contraction in your upper back and shoulders.
- 7
Slowly extend your arms back to the starting position, controlling the resistance of the band.
- 8
Maintain tension in your shoulders and core throughout the movement as you return to the start.
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