band bench press
A chest exercise targeting the pectorals, performed with band.
How to do band bench press
Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench.
Grasp the band handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Extend your arms fully, pushing the bands away from your chest.
Slowly lower the bands back down to your chest, keeping your elbows at a 90-degree angle.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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