Suspender Shoulder External Rotation

Description

The suspender shoulder external rotation is a rotator cuff drill done with TRX handles. The lifter grips the handles with elbows pinned and rotates the forearms outward. The TRX provides bodyweight loading. It builds the rotator cuff and shoulder health.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

TRX Shoulder Ext Rotation Instructions

  1. Set the suspension trainer at chest height.
  2. Grip the handles with both hands.
  3. Step back so the body angles back slightly.
  4. Pin the elbows to the sides at ninety degrees.
  5. Brace your core and keep the chest up.
  6. Rotate the forearms outward.
  7. Keep the elbows tucked tight.
  8. Return with control to the start.

TRX Shoulder Ext Rotation Form & Visual

Suspender Shoulder External Rotation

TRX Shoulder Ext Rotation Benefits

  • Builds the rotator cuff
  • Trains external rotation
  • Strong shoulder health move
  • Useful warm-up
  • Builds shoulder stability

TRX Shoulder Ext Rotation Muscles Worked

  • Infraspinatus
  • Teres minor
  • Posterior deltoid

TRX Shoulder Ext Rotation Variations & Alternatives

  • External Rotation
  • Cuban Press
  • Y Raise
  • Face Pull