This exercise involves standing and using a resistance band to perform a chest press movement. It targets the chest muscles and can be done anywhere with a resistance band.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Band
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets the chest muscles, specifically the pectoralis major and minor
- Engages the triceps and shoulders as secondary muscles
- Improves upper body strength and muscle definition
- Allows for a greater range of motion compared to traditional bench press
- Can be performed with resistance bands, making it a convenient and portable exercise
- May be a safer alternative for those with shoulder or wrist injuries
How to perform
- Adjust the height of the resistance band by attaching it to a sturdy anchor point at chest height.
- Stand facing away from the anchor point with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grasp the resistance band handles with both hands and bring them to your chest, keeping your elbows bent and close to your sides.
- Push the handles away from your chest, extending your arms fully.
- Slowly bring the handles back to your chest, keeping your elbows bent and close to your sides.
- Repeat for desired number of repetitions.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Chest
Primary
Anterior Deltoid
Primary
Triceps
Primary