Chest · Resistance band · Beginner

How to do Resistance Band Seated Chest Press

The resistance band seated chest press is a chest-focused exercise performed while sitting, using a resistance band to provide tension. It targets the pectoral muscles and also works the shoulders and triceps. This movement is performed by pressing the band forward from the chest while seated, making it accessible and safe for most fitness levels.

Resistance Band Seated Chest Press demonstration
Primary muscle
Chest
Also works
Shoulders and Triceps
Level
Beginner
Category
Chest

How to do Resistance Band Seated Chest Press, step by step

  1. Sit on a chair or bench with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
  2. Hold the resistance band handles in each hand, with your palms facing down and elbows bent at a 90-degree angle.
  3. Extend your arms forward, pushing the resistance band away from your chest.
  4. Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Resistance Band Seated Chest Press works your chest as the main mover, with help from your shoulders and triceps.

Track Resistance Band Seated Chest Press in SPLYT

Resistance Band Seated Chest 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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