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Band Y raise

A isolation exercise for the rear delts and traps, with help from the upper back. Equipment: resistance bands.

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WorksRear deltsTrapsUpper back

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Stand on a band, ends crossed in front of you, thumbs up.
  2. Raise the arms up and out into a Y
  3. Lower slowly

Muscles worked

Band Y raise: 3D figure mid-rep with the rear delts and traps highlighted

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