How to Do
How to Do Shoulder Press with a Resistance Band
The shoulder press with a resistance band should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the shoulder press with a resistance band.
Beginning
Beginning Shoulder Press with a Resistance Band
1. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart on your resistance band.
2. Curl your arms up until your hands are in line with your shoulders, elbows out to the side, and palms facing forward, while holding both handles.
Movement
Shoulder Press with a Resistance Band Movement
1. Press your arms straight overhead against the resistance of the band while keeping your glutes squeezed and core braced.
2. Lower your arms so that your hands are parallel to your shoulders.
3. Repeat.
Benefits
Shoulder Press with a Resistance Band Benefits
This exercise targets your shoulders, upper back, and triceps. It improves stability, mobility, and posture.
Exercise Aliases
Banded Shoulder Press, Shoulder Press With Resistance, Resistance Band Overhead, Band Overhead Shoulder Press.
