Shoulder Abduction

Instructions

1. Stand with one or both feet on the end of the resistance band.

2. Hold one end of the band in one hand.

3. Stand tall with your arms resting by your sides.

4. Keep a slight bend in your elbows.

5. Raise your arm out to the side.

6. Lift until your hand reach about shoulder height, or a little lower if that is more comfortable.

7. Pause briefly at the top.

8. Slowly lower your arm back to your side.

Common Compensations

• Do not shrug your shoulders.

• Do not swing your body to help lift.

• Do not lift far above shoulder height unless specifically instructed.

• Do not arch your low back.

• Do not let the band yank your arm down on the way back.

Extra Info

• You should feel this mostly in the outside of the shoulders.

• You may also feel the upper back helping stabilize.

• You should not feel sharp pain or pinching.