Band face pull
Also called resistance band face pull
- Works
- Back of the shoulder · posterior deltoid
- Upper back · trapezius and rhomboids
- Neck · deep neck flexors and upper trapezius
- Needs
- Resistance bands
Setup
Fix a light band at about head height, around a post or with a door anchor. Hold an end in each hand, palms facing down. Step back until your arms are straight.
Steps
- Pull your hands toward your face.
- Spread your hands apart as they come in, so they finish beside your ears.
- Hold for a moment.
- Let your arms straighten slowly.
Breathing
Breathe in as you lower. Breathe out as you pull.
Where you feel it
Behind your shoulders and between your shoulder blades.
Common mistakes
- Leaning back to pull.
- Pulling to the chest instead of the face.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.
Check the band and its anchor before you start.