Front Delt

Banded Shoulder Press with a band

The shoulder press with a resistance band is an effective exercise for strengthening the shoulder muscles, especially the front shoulders. The band is anchored under the feet while the arms are stretched upwards. Unlike the classic shoulder press with dumbbells, the resistance band provides variable resistance, which challenges the muscles more intensively, especially in the final phase of the movement. Additionally, it activates the core muscles more since the band's instability requires greater balance and stability in the upper body. This variation is excellent for flexible training, as it requires little equipment and can easily be adjusted to different difficulty levels.

Necessary equipment

Resistance Bands

Banded Shoulder Press with a band - the correct execution

Stand with your left foot on the black resistance band, anchoring it securely
Hold the end of the band with your left hand and bring it up to shoulder height with your palm facing forward
Keep your core engaged and your back straight throughout the exercise
Forcefully press the left arm upward until it is fully extended, with your hand above your head
Lower the arm back down to shoulder height in a controlled manner
Repeat the movement at a steady pace, focusing on proper form

The exercise Banded Shoulder Press is intended to be used as a hypertrophy exercise.

Which muscles are trained by Banded Shoulder Press?

Primary trained muscles for Banded Shoulder Press

Front Delts - The front part of the deltoid muscle, also known as the anterior shoulder, is located at the front of the shoulder. It is primarily involved in the forward movement of the arm, such as lifting the arm forward. It also assists in the internal rotation of the arm. This muscle is engaged in activities that involve lifting objects in front of the body or pushing forward.

Secondary trained muscles for Banded Shoulder Press

Triceps - The triceps brachii muscle is located at the back of your upper arm. It extends your arm at the elbow and also helps move the arm backward.
Side Delts - The lateral part of the deltoid muscle, also known as the lateral shoulder, is located on the outside of the shoulder. It is the main muscle responsible for lifting the arm sideways. The lateral shoulder is particularly active when the arm is extended away from the body, such as during lateral raises or lifting objects to the side. It plays a key role in arm abduction and shoulder stabilization.