Band Pull Apart

The Band Pull Apart primarily works the Infraspinatus, Posterior Deltoid, Rhomboids, Trapezius (Middle), Trapezius (Upper), with secondary activation of the Infraspinatus, Posterior Deltoid, Rhomboids, Teres Minor and stabilizer support from the Erector Spinae, Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis. It is a band isolation exercise at beginner difficulty.

Resistance band exercise pulling band apart at chest level targeting upper back.

EquipmentBand
DifficultyBeginner
TypeIsolation
MovementHorizontal Pull
ForcePull
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryInfraspinatus, Posterior Deltoid, Rhomboids, Trapezius (Middle), Trapezius (Upper)
SecondaryInfraspinatus, Posterior Deltoid, Rhomboids, Teres Minor

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary Secondary Stabilizer

Primary Muscles

Secondary Muscles

Stabilizer Muscles

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Secure resistance band at appropriate anchor point. Grasp band with firm grip. Execution: Pull weight toward torso, squeezing shoulder blades together. Return to starting position under control. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Trapezius (Middle), Trapezius (Upper), Infraspinatus, Rhomboids, Posterior Deltoid.

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