Resistance Band Shoulder Press Exercise
The shoulder press is a very commonly used exercise which can be performed with dumbbells, a barbell, band (as shown here), or a resistance machine.
Teaching points
- Stand with the centre of the band under your feet and one end in each hand.
- Bend the elbows and position the hands just above shoulder height.
- Push your hands above your head, straightening the elbows.
- Slowly return back to the starting position.
Muscles worked
- Deltoid.
- Triceps Brachii.
Alternative exercises
- Shoulder press machine.
- Shoulder press using dumbbells.
- Military press.
Related injuries
- Shoulder dislocation.
