Resistance Band Anchored Overhead Press
The Resistance Band Anchored Overhead Press works the Front and Side Deltoids by pressing the handles overhead against bands anchored at the bottom of the door. You face the door, start with your arms in a goal post position and press until your arms are almost straight.
- Muscles Worked
- Front Shoulders (Anterior Deltoid), Side Shoulders (Lateral Deltoid) · also Triceps, Upper Trapezius
- Equipment
- Door anchor, 2 handles
Set Up
- Anchor:
- Attach the bands to the door anchor at the bottom of the door.
- Bands:
- Clip each end of the bands to a handle.
- Body Position:
- Hold a handle in each hand and stand close to the door, facing it. With the bands in front of your arms and palms facing the door, raise your arms to a goal post position, upper arms parallel and forearms perpendicular to the floor. Keep your back straight, head straight and chest up.
Movement
Press your hands overhead until your arms are almost fully straight. Return to the goal post position under control.
Points To Remember
- Grip the handles lightly as you press up.
Questions About The Anchored Overhead Press
What muscles does the Resistance Band Anchored Overhead Press work?
The Resistance Band Anchored Overhead Press works the Front and Side Deltoids. The Triceps straighten the elbows at the top of the press, and the Upper Trapezius helps raise the arms overhead.
How is the Anchored Overhead Press different from a Standing Shoulder Press?
In the Resistance Band Anchored Overhead Press, the bands come from a door anchor at the bottom of the door in front of you. In the Standing Shoulder Press, you stand on the bands, so no anchor is needed.