band shoulder press
The band shoulder press is a resistance exercise targeting the deltoid muscles of the shoulders, using a resistance band for added tension. It also engages the triceps and upper back as secondary muscles. The movement involves pressing the band overhead from shoulder height, making it a fundamental strength exercise for the upper body.
Difficulty
Equipment: band
Duration: 30seconds
Calories: ~6/per minute
STRENGTH
Target Muscle
deltsUPPER PUSH
Secondary Muscles
tricepsupper back
Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place the band under your feet.
- Hold the band with your palms facing forward and raise your hands to shoulder height, elbows bent.
- Press the band overhead, fully extending your arms.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the band back to shoulder height.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
