Shoulder Press - With Bands

A pressing movement performed with resistance bands that targets the shoulders and triceps through an overhead pressing pattern.

Instructions

1. Stand on an exercise band so that tension begins at arm’s length, with feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Grasp the handles and lift them so that the hands are at shoulder height, palms facing forward.
3. Position your elbows bent with upper arms and forearms in line to the torso. This is your starting position.
4. As you exhale, lift the handles up until your arms are fully extended overhead.
5. Pause briefly at the top of the movement, feeling the contraction in the shoulders and triceps.
6. Inhale as you lower the handles back to shoulder height with control.
7. Maintain an upright posture throughout, avoiding excessive arching of the lower back.
8. Repeat for the prescribed number of repetitions.

Tips

• Keep your core engaged to stabilize your body throughout the movement.
• Do not bounce or use momentum to drive the handles up; maintain controlled movement.
• Adjust the band resistance by standing farther from the center point or wrapping the band for more tension.
• Keep your head neutral and eyes forward, avoiding excessive neck extension.
• Breathe steadily throughout; exhale during the pressing phase and inhale during the lowering phase.