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Torso Rotation with Resistance Band

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Difficulty

Medium

Equipment Needed

Resistance Band

Starting Position

Standing with both hands grabbing resistance band handle.

Procedure

  1. Secure the resistance band and grab the handle(s) with both hands.
  2. Fully extend the arms and rotate to the torso to the opposing side of the body.
  3. Slowly return to the starting position.
  4. Slowly return the arm to the starting position.
  5. Repeat with the other side.
  6. Repeat for the suggested number of repetitions.

Coaching Keys

  • Keep the arms full extended.
  • Initiate the movement with the torso not the arms.
  • Keep the abdominals tight or flexed.

You Should Feel it...

In your torso.

Exercise Purpose

Develops rotational strength and stability.

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