Face pull (exercise)

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The face pull is a

teres minor muscles of the rotator cuff.[1] The face pull is considered an important exercise for shoulder health and stability.[2]

Biomechanics

At the glenohumeral joint, movement of the humerus is performed by a combination of transverse abduction, by the posterior and lateral deltoids,[3] and external rotation, by the infraspinatus and teres minor.[4] At the scapulothoracic joint, the middle and lower fibers of the trapezius and the rhomboids contract to perform retraction of the scapulae.[5] To a lesser extent, the biceps are involved to flex the elbow joint,[6] while the spine erectors isometrically stabilize the lower back.[7]

Performance

The face pull is often performed standing using a cable machine and rope attachment, with the subject rowing the rope attachment towards the face, with the elbows flared outwards.[2] The exercise can, however, also be performed seated or with resistance bands.

References

  1. ISBN 978-1450411684
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  2. ^ a b Campbell 2009, 108.
  3. ^ Shoulder transverse abduction at Exrx.net
  4. ^ Shoulder external rotation at Exrx.net
  5. ^ Scapular retraction at Exrx.net
  6. ^ Elbow flexion at Exrx.net
  7. ^ Lumbar extension at Exrx.net

Work cited

  • Campbell, Adam (2009), The Men's Health Big Book of Exercises, Rodale Inc.,
    ISBN 978-1-60529-550-3
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