pectoralsband

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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