Loop Band Underhand Front Raise
The Loop Band Underhand Front Raise is a shoulder isolation exercise that targets the anterior deltoid using elastic resistance. The underhand grip places the shoulder in external rotation, emphasizing the front shoulder muscles while engaging the biceps.
Since resistance band tension varies based on stretch length, the AI analyzes your RPE and rep consistency to ensure you are reaching true fatigue rather than stopping early. If your shoulder recovery is low from heavy pressing days, the app can adjust your volume or suggest this exercise as a joint-friendly finisher. It also tracks your performance history to prevent the common error of selecting a band that is too heavy, ensuring proper isolation without momentum.
Form Cues
- Stand on the loop band with feet shoulder-width apart
- Hold the band with an underhand grip (palms facing up/forward)
- Maintain a slight bend in your elbows throughout the lift
- Raise your arms forward until they reach shoulder height
- Control the lowering phase against the band's resistance
- Don't lean backward to help hoist the band up
- Don't shrug your shoulders up toward your ears
- Don't let the band snap your arms back down quickly
- Don't swing your hips to generate momentum
Common Mistakes
- Using a band that is too heavy
- Arching the lower back excessively
- Lifting arms well above shoulder height
- Locking the elbows completely straight
- Relying on momentum instead of muscle tension
Muscles Worked
This exercise primarily targets the anterior deltoid, the front portion of the shoulder responsible for forward arm elevation. The underhand grip recruits the short head of the biceps and the upper pectoral muscles as stabilizers, while placing the shoulder joint in a safer, externally rotated position compared to overhand variations.
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