Stand and hold two bands attached at approximately shoulder height. Keeping the arms straight, pull the hands up until the arms are vertical and repeat for the chosen number of reps. Then repeat the motion but with the arms raising to about a 45-degree angle or Y shape, and again with the arms straight out to the sides or in a T shape.
 
Focus on squeezing the shoulder blades back and down throughout the motion. Use 2-5 reps for each position for a total of 10-20 reps.
 
After the final rep, keep the arms extended and move them through a controlled snow angel motion for 2-5 reps, again ensuring stable shoulder blades.
 
The IYT + snow angel can also be done with small plates either hinged forward at the hip, or lying prone on a bench.
 
Purpose
The IYT + snow angel is a simple shoulder prep exercise to improve scapular motion and stability in multiple planes.
 
Programming
This is a good preparatory exercise for use in a warm-up. 1-3 sets of 10-20 total reps are appropriate.
 
Variations
Slower tempos and pauses in the back of the motion can be used.