A standing band exercise for the upper back and rear shoulders. Its palms-up grip distinguishes this variation from an overhand pull-apart, with the arms moving apart against elastic resistance.
Stand tall and hold the band at chest height with the palms facing upward.
Pull the hands apart until the band reaches a controlled end range without lifting the shoulders.
Return slowly to the start while keeping the ribs stacked over the pelvis.
Use a band tension that allows the shoulder blades to move smoothly without compensating.
Keep the wrists neutral and the palms up throughout the pull.
Shrugging the shoulders or arching the lower back to make the pull easier.
Turning the palms down or changing the grip during the repetition.
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