Band Standing Chest Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Deltoid Anterior, Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Standing Chest Press with Band
How to: Band Standing Chest Press
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place a band behind your back.
- Grab the handles of the band, keeping your elbows bent at a 90-degree angle.
- Press the band forward and slightly up until your arms are fully extended.
- Slowly return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the elbows to flare out excessively.
- Arching the back during the press.
- Not fully extending the arms at the peak of the motion.
Modifications
- Use a lighter band for beginners.
- Perform the exercise seated for stability.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the exercise.
- Keep your shoulder blades retracted and down.
- Control the movement and avoid using momentum.
Band Standing Chest Press Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
resistance band
pectoralis major
upper body
fitness