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Resistance Band High Fly

A chest isolation movement where resistance bands are used to fly arms downward from above shoulder height.

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Secondary muscles

anterior deltoidsserratus anteriorbiceps

How to do it

  1. Anchor resistance band above shoulder height.
  2. Grasp handles and step forward for tension.
  3. Start with arms raised wide, aligned with shoulders.
  4. Pull arms downward and together in a wide arc.
  5. Squeeze chest, then return slowly to start.

Form cues

  • Keep slight bend in elbows
  • Control movement
  • Squeeze chest at bottom
  • Don't let band snap back

Common mistakes

  • Overextending elbows
  • Letting shoulders shrug
  • Losing tension at top

Breathing

Exhale as you bring arms together, inhale as you return.

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