Band External Rotation
Explanatory Video
Description
- Attach a resistance band to a stable anchor point at waist height.
- Stand sideways to the anchor and grasp the band with the hand furthest from it.
- Bend your elbow to 90 degrees and keep it tucked firmly against your side. You can place a rolled-up towel between your elbow and ribs to ensure proper form.
- Rotate your forearm outward away from your body as far as comfortable while keeping the elbow fixed at your side.
- Squeeze your shoulder blade toward the spine at the end of the movement.
- Slowly return to the starting position under control.
Difficulty & Category
Beginner
Dynamic
Affected Muscles
Infraspinatus
Teres Minor
Deltoid (Posterior)
Body Areas
Back / Rotator Cuff
Shoulders
Equipment
Resistance Band
Last updated: 3/3/2026