Banded Wall Climb

Exercise Overview

The banded wall climb exercise is used as a stability exercise for the external rotators of the shoulder. Start by looping a mini band around both of your wrists and place both of your forearms against the wall. Begin with both elbows at the level of your chest. Slide one arm up 1-2 inches then alternate arms. Continue until you are reaching as far up as possible while maintaining forearm contact with the wall. Inch your way back down the wall to complete a set.

Muscles Involved

rotator cuffteres minorinfraspinatusserratus anterior

Related Conditions

shoulder impingementdynamic shoulder instabilityscapular dyskinesis / scapular wingingrotator cuff tendinitisrotator cuff strain

Equipment Needed

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