Band Pull Apart
Works the shoulders.
- Primary muscles
- Shoulders
- Secondary muscles
- Middle back, Traps
- Equipment
- Bands
- Level
- Beginner
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Pull
How to do it
- Begin with your arms extended straight out in front of you, holding the band with both hands.
- Initiate the movement by performing a reverse fly motion, moving your hands out laterally to your sides.
- Keep your elbows extended as you perform the movement, bringing the band to your chest. Ensure that you keep your shoulders back during the exercise.
- Pause as you complete the movement, returning to the starting position under control.
Track it
Log every set in Pensum. It keeps your best sets and estimates your one-rep max as you go. Estimate your 1RM now.