ShouldersBeginner

Shoulder Press - With Bands

Strength movement using Bands.

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Muscle guide

See the primary and supporting muscles.

The stronger highlight marks the main muscle associated with this movement. The lighter highlight marks supporting muscles.

Primary ShouldersSupporting Triceps

Movement instructions

1
To begin, stand on an exercise band so that tension begins at arm's length. Grasp the handles and lift them so that the hands are at shoulder height at each side.
2
Rotate the wrists so that the palms of your hands are facing forward. Your elbows should be bent, with the upper arms and forearms in line to the torso. This is your starting position.
3
As you exhale, lift the handles up until your arms are fully extended overhead.

Technique guidance

Inhale as the resistance lowers and exhale as you press overhead. Keep the ribs controlled and continue breathing between repetitions.

Arching the lower back or flaring the ribs to move the resistance overhead.
Pressing in an inconsistent path instead of stacking the load over a stable base.
Using momentum or an uncontrolled lowering phase.

Use a stable setup and a load or resistance you can control through a comfortable range.
Stop if you feel sharp pain, dizziness, or feel unwell.
Inspect the band and anchor before use, keep the recoil path clear, and replace damaged equipment.

General guidance matched from movement type and equipment; it is not individualized coaching or medical advice.

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