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Shrug - 30 deg, Band

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  • HOW:  Stand holding onto a resistance band wrapped around your feet. While holding onto the resistance band, brings your arm slightly out, then pull your shoulder blades up and back. Control the motion down and repeat.
  • FEEL:  You will feel the muscles on the top back portion of the shoulder blade working with this exercise.
  • COMPENSATION:  Avoid bending the elbow or arching the neck as you perform this exercise.

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