Exercise library
Shoulders
Band Overhead Press
- Primary muscle
- Shoulders
- Also works
- Triceps
- Equipment
- Band
- Movement pattern
- Vertical push
- Role in a program
- Primary
How to do it
Stand on the middle of a resistance band and hold an end in each hand at shoulder height. Press the hands overhead until the arms extend, then lower under control. Brace the core and keep the band tension steady throughout.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the shoulders — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Band Front RaiseBandVertical push
- Band Lateral RaiseBandVertical push
- Arnold PressDumbbellVertical push
- Barbell Front RaiseBarbellVertical push
- Barbell Overhead PressBarbellVertical push
- Barbell Push PressBarbellVertical push
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the shoulders: