Looking to add a quick and effective shoulder stability exercise to your routine? The Banded Y Splitter is a great movement that targets your upper back, shoulders, and postural control using just a resistance band.
How to Do the Banded Y Splitter
Step 1:
Grab a resistance band with both hands and hold it out in front of you.
Step 2:
Raise your arms into a “Y” shape — think about forming the top part of a “Y” with your arms extended upward and slightly out.
Step 3:
Position your hands so that the top hand is palm up and the bottom hand is palm down.
Step 4:
Pull the band apart with control, focusing on maintaining stability throughout your shoulders and core.
Step 5:
Complete 10 controlled reps, keeping tension in the band the whole time.
Step 6:
Switch hand positions — now the other hand goes on top — and repeat for another 10 reps.
This exercise is perfect as a warm-up or finisher and helps reinforce shoulder alignment and upper body strength. Give it a try in your next workout!