Exercise library
Chest
Band Chest Press
- Primary muscle
- Chest
- Also works
- Triceps, Shoulders
- Equipment
- Band
- Movement pattern
- Horizontal push
- Role in a program
- Primary
How to do it
Anchor a resistance band behind you at chest height and hold a handle in each hand with elbows bent. Press both hands forward until the arms extend and the hands nearly meet, then return under control. Keep the core braced and step forward to add tension.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the chest — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Banded Chest FlyeBandHorizontal push
- Archer Push-UpBodyweightHorizontal push
- Barbell Bench PressBarbellHorizontal push
- Barbell Floor PressBarbellHorizontal push
- Cable CrossoverCableHorizontal push
- Chest DipBodyweightHorizontal push
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the chest: