Demo & instructions
Band Chest Press
Also known as: Resistance Band Chest Press, Standing Band Press
Instructions
Standing with a band anchored behind you, or wrapped across your upper back, you press your hands straight out in front of your chest. A wrist-friendly, floor-free way to train your pressing muscles almost anywhere.
- Movement
- Horizontal push
- Type
- Compound
- Level
- Beginner
- Typical range
- 10–25 reps
Setup
- 1Anchor a band at chest height to something solid behind you, or loop it across your upper back and under your armpits.
- 2Hold one end in each hand at chest level with your elbows bent and slightly below your shoulders.
- 3Step forward into a staggered stance until the band is lightly stretched.
Execution
- 1Brace your stomach so your ribs stay down and your torso stays upright.
- 2
Target
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Strength
Muscle building
Endurance
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