Band twisting overhead press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Deltoid Anterior
- Equipment
- Band
- Body Part
- Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Deltoid Anterior
- Secondary Muscles
- Quadriceps, Obliques, Soleus, Deltoid Lateral, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Serratus Anterior, Triceps Brachii, Adductor Magnus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Twisting Shoulder Press, Overhead Twisting Press
How to: Band twisting overhead press
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Hold the band with both hands, starting at shoulder height.
- Twist your torso as you press the band overhead, keeping your arms straight.
- Return to starting position with control, resisting the band’s pull.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the elbows to flare out excessively.
- Using too much momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Not engaging the core effectively.
Modifications
- Reduce the resistance of the band for a lighter load.
- Perform the exercise seated to provide more stability.
Tips
- Engage your core to maintain balance during the press.
- Keep your elbows slightly in front of your body to avoid shoulder strain.
- Control the movement, avoid using momentum to press.
Band twisting overhead press Alternatives
Tags
shoulders
strength
overhead press
band exercise
core stability
twist