X-Country Skiing

An excellent exercise for both the shoulders and heart and lungs, providing a good workout, especially if working at a smooth controlled speed.

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Stand with your front placed centrally on the band, with your rear foot one stride back, so that you have to lean forward slightly.

Holding a handle in each hand, raise one hand up to shoulder height (straight arm) to your front, whilst taking the other arm straight behind you.

Work the arms in an alternate arm fashion, holding in the upper phase for a split second.

Focus on keeping the movement smooth, using the muscles of your shoulder to lift the bands up and back, rather than those of your legs, or twisting from your abdominals.