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Resistance-Band Y Press

Strengthen your shoulders and upper back with the Resistance-Band Y Press! A simple, effective exercise you can do anywhere.

The Resistance-Band Y Press mainly works the chest and traps, with help from the shoulders. You'll need: resistance bands.

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Required Equipment

Resistance Bands
Resistance Bands

Resistance-Band Y Press Muscles Worked

Primary

Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)

Secondary

Shoulder Abductor (supraspinatus); Rotator Cuff (infraspinatus)

How to do the Resistance-Band Y Press

  1. Attach a resistance band to a stable anchor point at chest level.

  2. Stand with your back to the anchor point, and grab the band with both hands. Step forward until there's tension on the band.

  3. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, and core engaged.

  4. Start with your hands next to your shoulders, elbows bent and palms facing each other.

  5. Press the band up and outwards above your head, forming a Y shape with your arms fully extended. Your palms should face forward at the top of the movement.

  6. Pause briefly at the top, then lower the hands back to the starting position in a controlled manner.

  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

  8. Make sure to maintain good posture throughout the exercise, keeping your back straight and avoiding overarching your lower back.

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Resistance-Band Y Press FAQs

What muscles does the Resistance-Band Y Press work?

The Resistance-Band Y Press mainly works the chest and traps, with help from the shoulders. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and trapezius.

What equipment do you need for the Resistance-Band Y Press?

Resistance bands.

What workout day should the Resistance-Band Y Press go on?

It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Resistance-Band Y Press variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Band Behind-Neck Shoulder Press, Band Single-Arm Chest Press, Band Pallof-Press and Band Incline Palm in Press.

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