Shoulder strengthening with resistance band

Shoulder stability is especially important in weightlifting. Here are a few exercises with a resistance band that help after a mastectomy to strengthen the muscles on the side of the ribs and in the back around the shoulder blades:

Exercise 1: Anchor the resistance band to one side of the hip and externally rotate the other shoulder. Particularly important is the holding and making sure the back muscles are activated. Repeat on both sides.

Exercise 2: Stand on the resistance band, bend forward and row. Again once pulled up, hold, and stabilize the shoulder blades.

 Exercise 3: Tie the resistance band overhead and pull down.