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Shoulder Rotation · Shoulders

Band Internal Rotation

A shoulder rotation exercise that works the shoulders. Beginner level, using resistance bands.

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Muscles worked

PrimaryShoulders

Subscapularis and internal rotators.

Setup and loading

Light band at elbow height.

How to do the band internal rotation step by step

  1. Anchor the band at elbow height and stand side-on.
  2. Elbow tucked and bent to 90 degrees.
  3. Rotate your forearm toward your stomach and return slowly.

Form cues

  • Elbow tucked
  • Controlled movement

Common mistakes

  • Rotating your torso
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Sets and reps for your goal

Injury Prevention

2-3 x 10-15 slow

2-3 sets of 10-15 slow reps with a light or moderate load, 2-3 times per week.

Control the lowering (about 3 seconds). This is quality work, not fatigue work: finish every set feeling good.

A guide for healthy adults. Adjust the load to your level and see a professional if you have an injury.

Check your form

Film yourself from the side or ask someone to watch, then tick what you get right.

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Sports it suits

Gear for this exercise

  • Resistance bandsSeveral strengths to progress and warm up before training.

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