Band Pull-Apart

Arms straight at shoulder height, pull the band apart until it touches the chest; high reps, light band.

Band Pull-Apart, illustrated

How to do it

Setup

Band held in front at shoulder height, arms straight, grip inside shoulder width.

Steps

  1. Pull the band apart until it touches the chest.
  2. Blades squeeze at the touch.
  3. Return slowly to the front.

Common mistakes

Arms dropping as they spread: the line stays at shoulder height. Elbows bending: straight arms stretch the band. Partial pulls: chest touch or count nothing.

Breathing

Exhale pulling apart, inhale returning.