External Shoulder Rotation For Slastix

Muscle Group

Arms, Shoulders

Anchor Position

Mid

Movement Type

Multi-Joint

Description

The resistance band external shoulder rotation is a movement to strengthen your rotator cuff muscles in your shoulder. Sufficient external rotation in the shoulders helps keep your shoulders healthy and improves your posture as well as the ability to reach and lift objects overhead. Learn more about properly executing this exercise with the video above.

Regression

Make this exercise easier by moving closer to the anchor to reduce the amount of tension on the Slastix.

Progression

Make this exercise more challenging by moving further away from the anchor to increase the tension on the Slastix or by adding another resistance band.