DRAW THE SWORD

This is a rotator cuff strengthening exercise that uses an exercise band to provide multidirectional resistance. Anchor one end of the band down by stepping on it or tying it down to a stable object. Start with the target shoulder’s hand at the opposite hip with the thumb pointed backwards while gripping the band. Simultaneously rotate the hand into a thumbs up position as your pull the band across the body and overhead. This motion should resemble drawing a sword and saluting it overhead.

Muscles Involved:

• Rotator Cuff

• Lower Trapezius

Related Conditions:

• Shoulder Impingement

• Dynamic Shoulder Instability

• Labral Tear

• Rotator Cuff Tear / Tendinopathy / Tendinitis

• SLAP Lesion

• Posterior Capsule Impingement

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