THIS EXERCISE IS CALLED

Seated Banded External Rotation

VIDEO GUIDE
HOW TO DO IT

Seated with the elbow tucked at the side, rotating the forearm outward against a resistance band anchored across the body. Strengthens the rotator cuff at the back of the shoulder.

Verbal Cues

  • “Elbow tucked into your side, bent to 90 degrees”
  • “Rotate your forearm outwards, away from your belly”
  • “Slow and controlled back to the start”

What to Watch For

  • Elbow stays at the side throughout
  • No shoulder shrugging or trunk twisting

Safety

Anchor the band to a solid, fixed point that will not pull free.