Strength · Resistance band · Intermediate · ~4 min

Band shoulder press

Overhead strength and shoulder control. Only use if you can press overhead without pain.

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Starting position

Stand on the band, hands at shoulder height, palms forward or facing each other.

How to do it

1. Brace the trunk and squeeze glutes.
2. Press hands overhead until arms are straight beside the ears.
3. Lower slowly to the shoulders.

Technique cues

• Ribs down: no back arch
• Biceps by the ears at the top

Common mistakes

• Arching the lower back
• Pressing forward instead of up

Easier

Half-kneeling or press one arm at a time.

Harder

Half-kneeling dumbbell press.

Safety

• Inspect the band before every use and replace it if you see nicks, tears, thinning, stickiness or brittle patches. Never anchor to furniture, handles or anything that can move. Keep the band away from your face and do not stretch it beyond the manufacturer's limit.
• Skip overhead pressing if it causes shoulder pain, and seek assessment if pain persists.
• Stop if you feel sharp pain, dizziness, chest pain or unusual breathlessness.

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