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resistance band seated shoulder press

resistance band seated shoulder press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Sit on a chair or bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.

Step 2. Hold the resistance band with both hands, palms facing forward, and bring it up to shoulder level.

Step 3. Press the band overhead, extending your arms fully.

Step 4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the band back down to shoulder level.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

delts

Secondary muscles

tricepsupper back

Primary body parts

shoulders

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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