Chest Press (Band)
Learn how to do the Chest Press (Band) with proper form, setup, and execution.
This resistance band movement primarily targets chest, including upper chest, lower chest.
How to Perform Chest Press (Band)
- 1
Anchor a resistance band behind you at chest height and grab one end in each hand.
- 2
Stand facing away from the anchor with one foot slightly in front of the other and hands at chest level.
- 3
Retract your shoulder blades, engage your abs, and take a breath.
- 4
Press both hands forward until your arms are fully extended, squeezing your chest at the top and exhale.
- 5
Slowly return your hands to the starting position and breathe in.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Training Guidelines
The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.
| Goal | Sets | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strength | 3-5 | 4-6 | 2-3 min |
| Muscle Growth | 3-4 | 8-12 | 60-90 sec |
| Endurance | 2-3 | 15-20 | 30-60 sec |
| Beginner | 2-3 | 10-15 | 60-90 sec |
Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.