Uploaded May 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
We recently had someone ask about proper technique when doing one of my favorite exercises: face pulls. Specifically, they wondered if they should point their thumbs backwards rather than "in" (towards their head) to create more external rotation. While pointing your thumbs back can be a good reminder to keep your shoulders properly engaged ("back and down"), it doesn't actually create more external rotation because you're simply rotating your forearm or wrist.
Here's the video in reference (although we feature face pulls in many of our videos): youtu.be/6KQeExIL1Qk
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We recently had someone ask about proper technique when doing one of my favorite exercises: face pulls. Specifically, they wondered if they should point their thumbs backwards rather than "in" (towards their head) to create more external rotation. While pointing your thumbs back can be a good reminder to keep your shoulders properly engaged ("back and down"), it doesn't actually create more external rotation because you're simply rotating your forearm or wrist.
Here's the video in reference (although we feature face pulls in many of our videos): youtu.be/6KQeExIL1Qk
Links to website, social media, t-shirts, and more: https://linktr.ee/hoopersbeta
// MORE INFO //
For more content like this as well as in-depth blog writeups and links to research articles, go here: hoopersbeta.com
// PRIVATE PT CONSULTS //
Want an in-person or e-consult with Jason? Go here: hoopersbeta.com/private-sessions
// MEMBERSHIPS //
Join the HB fam to get access to various perks, like priority comment responses:
youtube.com/channel/UCsqZk5V2d44TNLRFSI5aVfg/join
// SHOP & SUPPORT (affiliate links - not sponsored) //
- Hooper's Beta T-Shirts: teespring.com/stores/hoopersbeta
- Resistance Bands: amzn.to/3mRUwFX
- Lacrosse/Massage Ball: amzn.to/3hot8OD
- Stainless Steel Massage Tool (or just use a butter knife): amzn.to/2L5F1xa
- Adjustable Dumbbells (pricey but useful!): amzn.to/38FPG9Q
- Emile's Favorite Climbing Shoes: amzn.to/3hpC1Yq
- Jason's Favorite Climbing Shoes: amzn.to/2WS8QE0
- Our Favorite Chalk: amzn.to/3pqTa6T
- MFD/Cupping - 24-Cup Set: amzn.to/3dAT9ZN
// DISCLAIMER //
As always, exercises and rehab programs are to be performed assuming your own risk and should not be done if you feel you are at risk for injury. See a medical professional if you have concerns before starting a new training or recovery program.
// PRODUCERS //
Jason Hooper (PT, DPT, OCS, SCS)
and
Emile Modesitt (@emile166)
// FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @hoopersbetaofficial //
instagram.com/hoopersbetaofficial
