Band One Arm Shoulder Press
Expert Advice
Ensure the band is securely anchored and maintain a braced core to stabilize your body during the press.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, the band anchored under one foot.
- Hold the other end of the band with the hand on the same side as the anchored foot.
- Press the band overhead until your arm is fully extended.
- Lower the hand back down to shoulder height with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
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Muscles Worked
Band One Arm Shoulder Press primarily targets the Shoulders, with Strength mechanics using Band. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Shoulders50%
Secondary
Chest20%
Abs20%
Triceps10%
Equipment
Band
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Band One Arm Shoulder Press work?
Band One Arm Shoulder Press primarily targets the Shoulders. Secondary muscles involved include Chest, Abs, Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Band.
How many sets and reps should I do for Band One Arm Shoulder Press?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Band One Arm Shoulder Press suitable for beginners?
Band One Arm Shoulder Press is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
