Band Standing Incline Chest Press
Description
The band standing incline chest press anchors a band low behind you and presses both handles upward at roughly a 45-degree angle. The upward press angle mimics an incline bench press and targets the clavicular (upper) chest fibers. It is a great home alternative to incline pressing.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Band Standing Incline Chest Press Instructions
- Anchor a resistance band low behind you.
- Stand facing away from the anchor with a handle in each hand.
- Hold the handles at the sides of your chest.
- Step forward to add tension to the band.
- Brace your core and keep your chest up.
- Press both handles up and forward at a 45-degree angle.
- Lock out the arms with hands meeting in front of your face.
- Lower the handles slowly back to the start.
Band Standing Incline Chest Press Form & Visual
Band Standing Incline Chest Press Benefits
- Targets the upper chest
- Mimics incline bench press
- No bench required
- Easy to set up at home
- Builds upper chest strength
- Joint-friendly variation
Band Standing Incline Chest Press Muscles Worked
- Pectoralis major (upper)
- Front deltoid
- Triceps brachii
Band Standing Incline Chest Press Variations & Alternatives
- Incline Bench Press
- Band Chest Press
- Low to High Cable Fly
- Incline Push-Up
