How to Do
How to Do Resistance Band Rows With Torso Rotation and Partner
The resistance band rows with torso rotation and partners should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the resistance band rows with torso rotation and partner.
Beginning
Beginning Resistance Band Rows
1. Maintain tall body alignment and good stability through the abdomen.
2. Begin with a thorough dynamic warm up before starting this exercise. This engages the nervous system.
3. Ensure that you are proficient at a “1 arm elbow draw before beginning this exercise.
Movement
Resistance Band Rows Movement
1. This movement involves a standing alternating bungee row with dynamic foot action.
2. Start in a tall body position, arms extended out from the chest, facing your partner.
3. Leading with a height elbow, drive the arm back, rotating through the body (as shown).
4. Return to the starting position and alternate sides.
5. This movement should be done with a fluid motion side to side, refer to the video for timing of the movement.
6. Allow the feet to rotate as you step out and back.
7. Perform the desired number of reps but NOTE that this exercise causes a lot of fatigue (you may choose a lower rep range to begin).
Benefits
Resistance Band Rows Benefits
To increase strength - when stretched, each band produces a specific amount of stress on your muscles and may be used for both upper and lower body training. To increase mobility - resistance bands are a terrific technique to increase flexibility, but they may also be used to increase joint mobility.
