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- Band external rotation
Band external rotation
A isolation exercise for the rear delts, with help from the upper back. Equipment: resistance bands.
Orbit
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WorksRear deltsUpper back
Drag to turn the figure. The highlighted muscles are the ones doing the work.
How to do it
- Setup: Elbow at your side, bent to 90°, band across the body.
- Rotate the hand out
- Elbow stays pinned
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