Ball Band Upright Row Intermediate

Primary Muscle Group: Upper back and shoulders

Muscle Groups Worked in This Exercise: Deltoideus, anterior and middle parts, Trapezius, Superior, middle and inferior parts

Preparation: Sit on the ball with knees bent and feet on the floor. Now, walk your feet forward while sliding down the ball until your lower back rests against the ball. Your thighs should be parallel to the floor. Place the band under your feet and grasp with both hands.

Breathing: Exhale as you raise your elbows and inhale as you lower to starting position.

Execution: Raise your elbows towards the ceiling, keeping your hands near your chin. Performing this exercise in the incline position forces your core muscles to engage to keep you balanced. Inhale and lower to start.

Comments: Not only will you use your abdominals, but your legs will also gain strength from this exercise.


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