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- 01Anchor a resistance band securely overhead and attach both ends evenly to a sturdy dowel.
- 02Sit facing the anchor, grasp the dowel with an even overhand grip, and extend your arms overhead with your trunk braced.
- 03Pull the dowel toward your upper chest by driving your elbows down and slightly backward.
- 04Pause briefly with your shoulders away from your ears without leaning far backward.
- 05Extend your arms overhead slowly, keeping the dowel level and controlling the band through the same path.
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