Seated with the elbow tucked at the side, bringing the forearm in across the belly against a resistance band anchored out to the side. Strengthens the rotator cuff at the front of the shoulder.

Verbal Cues

• “Elbow tucked in, forearm out to the side”
• “Bring your forearm in across your belly”
• “Control it on the way back out”

What to Watch For

• Elbow stays anchored at the side
• No trunk twisting to assist

Safety

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