Breathing
Exhale as you pull through the working range and inhale during the controlled return. Keep the breath steady and avoid straining with a prolonged breath hold.
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The Back Flyes - With Bands primarily works the shoulders, with the middle back and triceps supporting the movement. It is a strength movement performed with bands.

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Movement instructions
Run a band around a stationary post like that of a squat rack.
Grab the band by the handles and stand back so that the tension in the band rises.
Extend and lift the arms straight in front of you. Tip: Your arms should be straight and parallel to the floor while perpendicular to your torso. Your feet should be firmly planted on the floor spread at shoulder width. This will be your starting position.
As you exhale, move your arms to the sides and back. Keep your arms extended and parallel to the floor. Continue the movement until the arms are extended to your sides.
After a pause, go back to the original position as you inhale.
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Technique guidance
Exhale as you pull through the working range and inhale during the controlled return. Keep the breath steady and avoid straining with a prolonged breath hold.
General guidance based on the exercise and equipment. It is not personal coaching or medical advice.
Your progress
Keep the same bands setup, range of motion and recording method when comparing Back Flyes - With Bands sessions.
Weight, repetitions and completed sets.
Example: 3 sets of 8 reps at 30 kg. Next time, record the actual result, even if it is the same.
Look for more repetitions at the same weight, or a heavier weight for comparable repetitions. Total weight lifted also changes when you add sets, so it is not a strength score.
Read the tracking guideThe examples show how to keep a record. They are not workout targets or a personalised training plan.
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Muscle guide
Shoulders is the primary muscle group. The lighter highlights show the supporting muscles involved in the movement.
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