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Band overhead extension: how to do it
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Ends behind your head, elbows forward
Starting position
Anchor the band low behind you, hold the ends behind your head and point your elbows forward near your ears.
The movement
Straighten your arms forward and up, then bend your elbows and return your hands behind your head with control.
Most common mistake
Don't let your elbows spread apart, keep them close to your head with your upper arms pointing forward.
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