Exercise Database

[printfriendly]
Course: PHRE 3045 – Sports Injuries Movement Pattern: Single-joint | isolation Target: Rotator Cuff Synergist(s):
Exercise
Regressions: Progressions:

Equipment: Band
Description:
  1. Standing upright with neutral spine, head and shoulder posture secure the band behind you at above head height.
  2. Move the arm of interest so that your humerus makes a 90 degree angle from your with your trunk.  Keep the elbow bent at a 90 degree angle as well.
  3. Engage the shoulder internal rotators and move the hand forward and downwards by rotating at the shoulders.
  4. Do not allow the elbow, shoulder or upper trunk to move.  Make sure that the shoulder rotators are initiating the movement.
  5. Keep core engage.  This movement should be slow and controlled.
Common Error(s): Arching the upper back | Inappropriate momentum
Spotting:
Return to Exercise Database |