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Band Around-The-World Version II

Jessica Bickling
Jessica Bickling
@Jessica Bickling

Required Equipment

Loop Bands thumbnail
Loop Bands

Muscle Groups

Primary

Secondary

Instructions

Setup

Standing tall with feet hip-width apart, hold a resistance band with both hands using a wide grip. Your arms should be fully extended.

Movement

  1. Begin the movement with the band in front of your hips.

  2. Keeping your arms straight, slowly lift the band up and over your head in a wide, controlled arc.

  3. Continue the movement until the band reaches your lower back/glutes.

  4. Pause briefly to feel the stretch in your chest and shoulders.

  5. Reverse the movement by bringing the band back overhead to the starting position in front of your hips.

Key Tips

  • Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.

  • If the band is too tight to complete the movement with straight arms, choose a lighter band or increase the grip width.

  • Keep your focus forward and avoid shrugging your shoulders toward your ears.