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band bench press
band bench press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench.
Step 2
Grasp the band handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Step 3
Extend your arms fully, pushing the bands away from your chest.
Step 4
Slowly lower the bands back down to your chest, keeping your elbows at a 90-degree angle.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
pectorals
Secondary muscles
tricepsshoulders
Primary body parts
chest
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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