Banded Shoulder Flexion to 90-Degrees

Primary muscles
Shoulders
Secondary muscles
None
Equipment
Band
Movement pattern
None

Steps

  1. 1 Anchor a resistance band to a low point, such as a sturdy pole or the base of a rack.
  2. 2 Stand facing away from the anchor point, holding the band handle in one hand with your arm extended down and palm facing your body.
  3. 3 Keep your elbow straight and slowly raise your arm forward and upward until it reaches shoulder height, forming a 90-degree angle with your torso.
  4. 4 Pause briefly at the top of the movement, feeling the tension in your shoulder.
  5. 5 Slowly lower your arm back down to the starting position, maintaining control against the band's resistance.

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