Resistance band shoulder press

Upper arms

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Muscle outlines from Body Muscles by Ivan Vulović, Apache 2.0 — regrouped and recoloured for Muscle Train.

How to perform

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, resistance band under your feet. Hold band ends at shoulder height, palms forward. Engage core, maintain upright posture. Press arms overhead, fully extending elbows. Pause briefly, arms straight (not locked). Slowly lower to starting position. Repeat.

Muscles Worked

Long Head

Secondary: Upper Traps, Lower Back (3, 10):, Chest (2, 10): Upper Chest

Tips

Maintain neutral wrists, aligned with forearms. Keep shoulders down and back. Control movement throughout. Adjust grip/resistance if shoulder discomfort arises. Exhale on press, inhale on lower. Start with lighter resistance to refine form.

Similar exercises

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