Chair Resistance-Band Seated Military-Press
Build upper body strength from a chair! This seated press uses resistance bands for a safe, effective workout. Great for all fitness levels.
The Chair Resistance-Band Seated Military-Press is a compound exercise that mainly works the chest and triceps, with help from the shoulders and back. You'll need: chair or resistance bands.
Required Equipment


Chair Resistance-Band Seated Military-Press Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Triceps (triceps brachii)
Secondary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior)
Chair Resistance-Band Seated Military-Press Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Chair Resistance-Band Seated Military-Press
Positioning:
Sit comfortably on a sturdy chair with your back straight and feet flat on the floor.
Hold one end of a resistance band in each hand. If you don’t have a band, you can mimic the motion without one.
Place the middle of the resistance band under your feet, ensuring it is secure.
Movement Instructions:
Start with your elbows bent and close to your body, forming a 90-degree angle. Your hands should be approximately at shoulder height, holding the ends of the resistance band.
Engage your core by tightening your abdominal muscles and keeping your back straight throughout the exercise.
Press your hands upward, straightening your arms while maintaining control over the resistance band. Your arms should extend fully above your head without locking your elbows.
Hold for a moment at the top of the movement.
Slowly lower your hands back down to the starting position, returning to the 90-degree angle at your elbows.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, typically 10-15.
Tips:
Keep your movements steady and controlled to maximize effectiveness and reduce the risk of injury.
Ensure that the resistance band provides adequate tension but is not too challenging to control.
Maintain a neutral wrist position throughout the exercise to prevent strain.
Chair Resistance-Band Seated Military-Press FAQs
What muscles does the Chair Resistance-Band Seated Military-Press work?
The Chair Resistance-Band Seated Military-Press mainly works the chest and triceps, with help from the shoulders and back. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and triceps brachii.
What equipment do you need for the Chair Resistance-Band Seated Military-Press?
Chair or resistance bands.
Is the Chair Resistance-Band Seated Military-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 Chair Resistance-Band Seated Military-Press go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Chair Resistance-Band Seated Military-Press variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Band Seated Neutral-Grip Shoulder Press, Band Seated Shoulder Press, Resistance-Band Kneeling Shoulder Press and Resistance-Band Seated Reverse Bent-Over Fly.
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