Band Incline Palm in Press
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The Band Incline Palm in Press is a compound exercise that mainly works the chest and shoulders, with help from the triceps and back. You'll need: incline bench or resistance bands.
Required Equipment
Band Incline Palm in Press Muscles Worked
Primary
Chest (pectoralis major, sternal head); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
Secondary
Triceps (triceps brachii); Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior)
Band Incline Palm in Press Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Band Incline Palm in Press
Secure a resistance band to a low anchor point behind an incline bench.
Lie back on the bench, gripping the ends of the band with each hand. Position your hands so that your palms are facing each other.
Start with your arms bent and hands positioned just outside your shoulders.
Press your hands up and slightly together in an arcing motion until your arms are fully extended but not locked out.
Engage your chest and shoulder muscles throughout the movement.
Pause at the top of the movement and squeeze your chest muscles.
Slowly return to the starting position, maintaining control and tension in the band.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and sets.
Ensure that the resistance band is suitably tensioned for your strength level and that it's safely secured to prevent it from snapping back. Keep your movements controlled, and avoid jerky motions.
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Band Incline Palm in Press FAQs
What muscles does the Band Incline Palm in Press work?
The Band Incline Palm in Press mainly works the chest and shoulders, with help from the triceps and back. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and anterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Band Incline Palm in Press?
Incline bench or resistance bands.
Is the Band Incline Palm in Press a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Band Incline Palm in Press go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Band Incline Palm in Press variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Band Bench Press, Band Single-Arm Chest Press, Band Pallof-Press and Band Incline Bench Press.
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