Banded Row
12 reps
Start the pull from the mid-back instead of shrugging first.
A 24-minute resistance-band workout that strengthens upper back, shoulders, and glutes to improve posture, tone, and everyday movement quality.
Coach
Naomi Hart
Estimated time
24 min
Equipment
Resistance Bands

Overview
This session is designed for days when you want sculpting work that also makes you stand and move better afterward.
The band creates constant tension, but the coaching focus stays on posture, shoulder control, and clean lines instead of rushing reps.
Bands are useful here because they reward control, make the upper back work hard, and travel easily for home training.
Treat every rep like posture practice: chin soft, ribs down, and shoulder blades moving with control.
Rest 45 seconds between rounds.
3 rounds
12 reps
Start the pull from the mid-back instead of shrugging first.
10 reps
Keep the ribs anchored and press in a smooth line overhead.
15 reps
Open the knees slightly at the top without arching the back.
15 reps
Finish with long neck posture and soft elbows.
2 sets of 12 reps
Pull toward the cheekbones and rotate the thumbs back.
2 sets of 10 reps each side
Stay stacked from knees to ribs as you press out.
2 sets of 10 reps
Lift only as high as you can keep the shoulders relaxed.
Coach's tip
If the band pulls you into a shrug, reduce tension and keep the neck long.
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