The Resistance Band Seated Straight Back Row exercise is a strength training exercise that targets the muscles in the upper back, shoulders, and arms. This exercise is performed while seated with your legs extended in front of you and a resistance band secured under your feet.
How to perform
Step by step instructions:1. Begin by sitting on the floor with your legs straight in front of you. Place the resistance band under your feet and hold onto the handles with an overhand grip.
2. Sit up tall with a straight back and engage your core muscles.
3. Keep your arms extended in front of you, slightly below shoulder height, with a slight bend in your elbows.
4. Keeping your back straight and chest lifted, pull the handles towards your body, bringing your elbows back and squeezing your shoulder blades together.
5. Hold the contraction for a second, then slowly release back to the starting position.
6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
7. Make sure to keep your shoulders relaxed and avoid rounding your back during the movement.
8. To increase the intensity of the exercise, you can adjust the resistance band by increasing the tension or using a heavier resistance band.
9. Remember to breathe throughout the exercise and focus on using proper form to effectively target the muscles in your upper back and arms.
Equipment required
No equipment required