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Beginner
Delts

Band Y-raise

This exercise uses a resistance band to make your shoulders and upper back stronger. It works muscles called the deltoids, traps, and rhomboids. You do this by lifting your arms to make the shape of the letter 'Y'.

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How to Perform

  1. 1Stand with your feet as wide as your shoulders. Hold the band in front of your legs with your palms facing each other.
  2. 2Keep your arms straight. Lift them up and out to the sides to make a 'Y' shape with your body.
  3. 3Squeeze your shoulder blades together when your arms are at the top.
  4. 4Slowly lower your arms back down to where you started.
  5. 5Do this again for as many times as you need.

Exercise Info

Primary Muscles
Delts
Secondary Muscles
Rhomboids
Traps
Equipment
Band
Difficulty
Beginner

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