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How to do Band Twisting Overhead Press

The band twisting overhead press is a dynamic shoulder exercise that combines an overhead press with a torso twist, engaging the deltoids, triceps, and upper back while also challenging core stability and coordination.

Band Twisting Overhead Press demonstration
Primary muscle
Shoulders
Also works
Triceps and Upper back
Equipment
Band
Level
Intermediate
Category
Shoulders

How to do Band Twisting Overhead Press, step by step

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and place the band under your feet.
  2. Hold the band handles at shoulder height with your palms facing forward.
  3. Engage your core and press the band overhead, fully extending your arms.
  4. As you press, twist your torso to one side, keeping your hips stable.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top, then return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat the press and twist on the opposite side.
  7. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Band Twisting Overhead Press works your shoulders as the main mover, with help from your triceps and upper back.

Track Band Twisting Overhead Press in SPLYT

Band Twisting Overhead Press is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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