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Band One Arm Twisting Chest Press

The band one arm twisting chest press is a band exercise that targets the chest (pectorals), with the shoulders and triceps assisting.

Animated demonstration of the band one arm twisting chest press
Band One Arm Twisting Chest Press — demonstration
Target muscle
Pectorals
Also works
Shoulders, triceps
Equipment
Band
Body part
Chest

How to do the band one arm twisting chest press

  1. Attach the band to a sturdy anchor point at chest height.
  2. Stand with your side facing the anchor point and grab the band with one hand.
  3. Step away from the anchor point to create tension in the band.
  4. Position your feet shoulder-width apart and slightly bend your knees.
  5. Bring your hand holding the band across your body, towards the opposite shoulder.
  6. While maintaining tension in the band, push your hand forward and away from your body, extending your arm.
  7. Slowly return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
  8. Switch sides and repeat the exercise with the other hand.

Sets and reps

Start with 3 sets of 10–15 reps, resting 45–60 seconds. When every set feels easy, add reps, slow the lowering phase or move to a harder variation.

Muscles worked

The main muscle is the chest (pectorals). The shoulders and triceps work as secondary muscles. See all chest exercises or every resistance band exercise.

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