This exercise focuses on the muscles of the shoulder & middle of the back.

Instructions

  1. Sit upright on a stool, chair with no arms, or stability ball. Place your feet hip width apart on the floor. Place the exercise band around a doorknob, a railing, etc. and grasp each end with your hands, keeping your elbows slightly bent.

  2. Pull your elbows toward the wall behind you, squeezing your shoulder blades together. Hold briefly, repeat 10 - 12 times. Rest, then repeat the exercise sequence.