How to do a Loop Band High Pull
Reviewed by Jim Parker, CPT, B.A. Kinesiology
About Loop Band High Pull
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Instructions for Proper Form
This compound movement works the shoulders, traps, and upper back. The loop band creates an adaptable resistance, making it easier on the joints compared to barbell high pulls while still promoting strength and muscle growth.
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart with toes pointed slightly outward.
- Place the band under the midfoot area and grab the band with a close overhand grip directly in front of your hips.
- Pull your elbows up to head height and hands to shoulder height while keeping the band close to the body.
- Control the resistance back to the starting position at a normal pace and repeat the movement.
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1. Loop Band Seated Shoulder Press
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2. Kettlebell Upright Row
75.4 mSCORESWAPPED 9 TIMESKettlebell Upright Row is a variation on the more standard Upright Row. This compound exercise primarily targets your shoulders. The benefit to using a Kettlebell is the ability to pull the handle in opposite directions at the top of the movement. This can help improve muscle activation compared to other variations.
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3. Loop Band Face Pull
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4. Cable Face Pull
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5. Backward Arm Circle
84.1 mSCORESWAPPED 8 TIMESBackward Arm Circle is a continuous exercise that primarily targets the shoulders. This exercise is often used as a warm up to improve mobility and muscle activation throughout the shoulders. This exercise is often used together with its counterpart, Forward Arm Circle.
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6. Dumbbell Front Raise
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8. Handle Band Lateral Raise
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10. Loop Band Underhand Front Raise
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