Thera-Band Upper Body Exercises - Page 2

Tricep Extension

Load the door anchor to one end of the band and a handle to the other end. Secure the door anchor near the top of the door.  Facing away from the door, grasp exercise handle with involved hand at shoulder level with palm facing up and elbow bent. Keep the upper arm parallel to the floor.  Slowly return to start position and repeat.

Lat Pull Downs

Place the door anchor in the middle of the band with the handles on either end.  Secure the door anchor at the top of the door.  Facing door, grasp both handles with palms facing down.  Pull away form the door bringing hands toward your shoulders.  Return slowly to start position and repeat.

Flies

Facing away from the door, start with your arms at shoulder level and parallel to the ground, with palms facing front.  Keep the arms straight and bring your hands together in front of you.  Slowly return to start position and repeat.

Bench Press

Secure the door anchor at chest level.  Facing away from the door, start with thumbs in the armpit and extend away from your body.  Slowly return to starting position and repeat.

 

Warm-Up Exercises/Hand Exercises

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