Pullup Assist Band Serratus Punch

PULLUP ASSIST BAND SERRATUS PUNCH

This is a scapular protraction exercise that uses a pullup assist band. Start by anchoring one end of the band to a stable object behind you. Hold the other end with a straight hand in front of you with your arm raised to 90 degrees shoulder flexion. While maintaining a neutral thoracic spine and straight arm, push the band forwards by protracting the shoulder blade (moving it forwards).

Muscles Involved:

  • Serratus Anterior

  • Pectoralis Minor

  • Pectoralis Major

Related Conditions:

  • Scapular winging

  • Scapular dyskinesia / scapular dyskinesis

  • Shoulder impingement

  • Rotator cuff strain / rotator cuff tear

  • Shoulder instability

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