Standing Y-Raise

Exercise Overview

The standing y-raise exercise is used to strengthen scapular posterior tilting. Start by holding band with both of your hands. Anchor on end beside your hip. Raise the opposite hand obliquely away from the opposite hip while holding the band with a thumbs up grip. Return to a rested position to complete a repetition.

Muscles Involved

lower trapeziusserratus anterior

Related Conditions

shoulder impingementrotator cuff tearrotator cuff tendinitiswinged scapula / scapular winginginferior border scapular wingingupper cross syndromescoliosis

Equipment Needed

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