3-D Band Pull Apart

Description

This exercise uses a resistance band to target mainly the muscles of upper body including the shoulders and the upper back muscles. This exercise can also be used as a warm up or a prehab exercise.

Benefits

  • Targets mainly the shoulders, the trapezius, and the upper back muscles.
  • This exercise is also a great warm up or a prehab exercise to strengthen the shoulder stabilizers.
  • This exercise is a great addition to any back and shoulder exercise routine.

Risks

  • This exercise can injure the shoulders if not properly executed.
  • Proper execution and resistance progression is advised when doing this exercise.
  • Good amount of shoulder and core stability is required to avoid injuries when using heavier resistance.

Additional Information

Target Muscles

Shoulders

Secondary Muscles

Abs, Back (Upper)

Stabilizer Muscles

N/A

Experience

Intermediate (2-3 years)

Equipment

Loop Bands

Exercise Type

Activation

Exertion

30%

Cardio Intensity

30%

Force

Pull

Mechanic

Isolated

Force Detail

Bilateral

Functions

N/A

Intensity

N/A

Bearing

N/A

Impact

N/A

Utilities

N/A

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