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Band Seated Shoulder Press

Execution Guide

  1. Sit on a bench with the band under your glutes or feet.
  2. Hold the band at shoulder height with palms facing forward.
  3. Press your hands overhead until arms are fully extended.
  4. Hold briefly at the top.
  5. Lower back to shoulder height with control.

Range of Motion

Hands at shoulder height to full arm extension overhead.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • ×Arching the lower back
  • ×Not keeping the core engaged
  • ×Using a band with too little resistance

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval48 hours

Goal

Build shoulder strength with band resistance from a seated position

Difficulty

Beginner

Burn (10m)

25-40

Equipment

Resistance BandBench or Chair

Anatomy

Primary
Anterior DeltoidsMedial Deltoids
Secondary
TricepsUpper Trapezius