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Upper Back Reset

A lighter upper session built around supported positions, small ranges, and posture-friendly pulling.

GoalUpper-back endurance, shoulder-blade control, and gentle trunk work
LevelNew or returning
Duration25–35 min
Exercises6

BEFORE YOU START

Equipment and structure

Bodyweight · Resistance band · Bench or floor

Upper BackPostureLighter Day

FULL PRESCRIPTION

Exercise by exercise

  1. 01

    Prone W Raise

    3 sets · 8–12 · 45s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE

    Coaching cues

    • Support your forehead on a folded towel.
    • Draw elbows toward your back pockets into a W.
    • Lift only slightly without shrugging.
  2. 02

    Reverse Snow Angel

    3 sets · 6–10 · 45s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE

    Coaching cues

    • Lie face down with your forehead supported.
    • Sweep the arms only through a comfortable arc.
    • Keep the ribs heavy and shoulders away from ears.
  3. 03

    Band Face Pull

    3 sets · 12–15 · 45s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE

    Coaching cues

    • Anchor the band around face height.
    • Pull toward eyebrow level with elbows apart.
    • Finish without shrugging or jutting the head forward.
  4. 04

    Forearm Wall Slide

    3 sets · 6–10 · 30s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE

    Coaching cues

    • Place forearms on the wall.
    • Keep ribs down as the arms slide.
    • Stop before shrugging or pinching.
  5. 05

    Seated Band Row

    3 sets · 10–15 · 60s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE

    Coaching cues

    • Anchor the band securely in front of you.
    • Sit tall and pull toward the lower ribs.
    • Keep the torso still as the arms return.
  6. 06

    Alternating Heel Tap

    3 sets · 6–10 / side · 45s rest

    EXERCISE GUIDE

    Coaching cues

    • Lie with knees bent.
    • Brace gently before moving one heel.
    • Tap only as far as the low back stays comfortable and steady.

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