Banded Shoulder Extension
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Banded Shoulder Extension focuses on Shoulders, with Lats working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Banded Shoulder Extension with proper form and technique.
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Anchor a resistance band at chest height and stand facing it, holding the band with both hands.
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Step back until there is tension in the band and your arms are extended straight forward at shoulder height, palms facing down.
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Keeping your arms straight, pull the band down and back towards your hips, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
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Continue pulling until your hands are near your outer thighs or slightly behind you.
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Slowly and with control, allow the band to pull your arms back up to the starting position.
Secondary Muscles
While Banded Shoulder Extension primarily targets Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Lats . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Banded Shoulder Extension, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
