Bar Band Kneeling Incline Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Stick
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
How to: Bar Band Kneeling Incline Press
- Kneel on the ground with your hips aligned over your knees and your feet flat.
- Hold the stick at shoulder level with a grip slightly wider than shoulder-width.
- Press the stick upward and slightly forward until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the stick back down to the starting position in a controlled manner.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the elbows drop below the shoulder level.
- Lifting too quickly, causing momentum to take over.
- Arching the back instead of keeping it straight.
Modifications
- Use lighter resistance bands or perform the exercise without weights.
- Keep elbows slightly bent to reduce strain.
Tips
- Engage your core for better stability.
- Maintain a neutral wrist position throughout the movement.
- Control the motion rather than rushing through the exercise.
Bar Band Kneeling Incline Press Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
Pectoralis Major
resistance training
upper body
medium intensity