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Band Shoulder Dislocate

Animated demonstration of the Band Shoulder Dislocate

Muscles worked

Front and back body map of the muscles worked by the Band Shoulder Dislocate

Main muscles

  • Anterior Deltoid
  • Posterior Deltoid

Also working

  • Infraspinatus
  • Pectoralis Major (Middle)
  • Supraspinatus
  • Trapezius (Lower)

What it is

Holding a band or stick with a wide grip, you pass it from in front of the hips over the head to behind the back and return. It improves shoulder mobility. Use a wider grip if it feels tight.

Technique tips

  • Use a wide grip
  • Keep the arms straight
  • Move slowly over the head
  • Narrow the grip as mobility improves

How to track your progress

Log reps, and add the extra load if you wear a belt or a vest. Straddly counts your bodyweight in the estimated max, so added weight and extra reps both show up as progress, and new records are flagged during the session.