Reps

Description

First, securely attach a band to something that won’t move or break. Be sure to attach it at waist height.

You should position yourself perpendicular from the anchor point with it on your right side and grab the band in your left hand. Bring your elbow in a bent position tucked up to your side and your hand at the same height but rotated inward. Make sure you are far enough away that there is no slack in this position.

This is the starting position.

From here rotate only at the shoulder so the hand comes from an internal rotation to an externally rotated position whilst keeping the elbow tucked in at the side. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount. Once you’ve done all the reps on one arm, if required in the program and you are able to do so, repeat the exercise and the repetitions with the other arm.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands D-Ring Aids and a Carabiner to make this exercise as safe as possible.

Tips

Avoid jutting your head forward or arching your back as the arm moves.
Use the half-kneeling variation of this exercise if you are still having trouble keeping your spine neutral.
To determine which grip feels the greatest on your shoulder, try supinated (palms up), pronated (palms down), and neutral (palms facing).

Reps

Description

First, securely attach a band to something that won’t move or break. Be sure to attach it at waist height.

You should position yourself perpendicular from the anchor point with it on your left side and grab the band in your right hand. Bring your elbow in a bent position tucked up to your side and your hand at the same height but rotated outward. Make sure you are far enough away that there is no slack in this position.

This is the starting position.

From here rotate only at the shoulder so the hand comes from an internal rotation to an externally rotated position whilst keeping the elbow tucked in at the side. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount. Once you’ve done all the reps on one arm, if required in the program and you are able to do so, repeat the exercise and the repetitions with the other arm.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands D-Ring Aids and a Carabiner to make this exercise as safe as possible.

Reps

Description

Let's get started by setting up the machine by choosing the appropriate weight. Then either sit on the seat, or if the machine is usable from a wheelchair, set yourself in the correct position. Grab the handles with both hands in an overhand grip.

This is the starting position.

From here, press both hands forward until they are fully extended. Then slowly lower them back down to the starting position. This is one repetition, now repeat for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping Aids to make this exercise as safe as possible.

Remember not all machines are the same and may require different usage. If unsure, look at the instructions on the machine or talk to a staff member at the gym.

Reps

Description

First, place both cable pulleys at chest height, then grab the handles in each hand and position yourself facing away from and in the middle of the pulleys. Move slightly forwards, then have your elbows at shoulder height and slightly behind you and your hands pointing forward.

This is the starting position.

From here extend your hands forward until the arms are fully extended or as far as you can. After this, slowly return the arms to the starting position. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping aids or D-Ring Aids clipped straight into the carabiner to make this exercise as safe as possible.

Reps

Description

First, place both cable pulleys as low as you can, then grab the handles in each hand and position yourself facing away from and in the middle of the pulleys. Move slightly forwards, then have your elbows at shoulder height and slightly behind you and your hands pointing forward.

This is the starting position.

From here extend your hands forward and up until the arms are fully extended or as far as you can. After this, slowly return the arms to the starting position. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping aids or D-Ring Aids clipped straight into the carabiner to make this exercise as safe as possible.

Reps

Description

First, place both cable pulleys above head height, then grab the handles in each hand and position yourself facing away from and in the middle of the pulleys. Move slightly forwards, then have your elbows at shoulder height and slightly behind you and your hands pointing forward.

This is the starting position.

From here extend your hands down and up until the arms are fully extended or as far as you can. After this, slowly return the arms to the starting position. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping aids or D-Ring Aids clipped straight into the carabiner to make this exercise as safe as possible.

Reps

Description

First, place both cable pulleys at chest height, then grab the handles in each hand and position yourself facing away from and in the middle of the pulleys. Move slightly forwards, then have your arms out at shoulder height with a slight bend in your elbow.

This is the starting position.

From here, pull your hands together until the hands touch or as far as you can. After this, slowly return the arms to the starting position. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping aids or D-Ring Aids clipped straight into the carabiner to make this exercise as safe as possible.

Reps

Description

First, place both cable pulleys above head height, then grab the handles in each hand and position yourself in the middle of the pulleys. Then have your elbows tucked in at your side and your hands pointing towards the pulley.

This is the starting position.

From here extend your hands downwards, by extending at the elbows until the arms are fully extended or as far as you can. After this, slowly return the arms to the starting position. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping aids or D-Ring Aids clipped straight into the carabiner to make this exercise as safe as possible.

Reps

Description

First, place both cable pulleys at chest height, then grab the handles in each hand and position yourself in the middle of the pulleys. Move slightly back and bend forwards, then have your elbows tucked in at your side and your hands pointing towards the pulley.

This is the starting position.

From here extend your hands behind you, by extending at the elbows until the arms are fully extended or as far as you can. After this, slowly return the arms down to the starting position. This is one repetition, now repeat this for the desired amount.

If you have limited gripping ability try using the Active Hands Gripping aids or D-Ring Aids clipped straight into the carabiner to make this exercise as safe as possible.