Bench Press - With Bands

Recommendations: 2-3 Sets, 6-10 Reps, 80 Wght

Beginner Chest Triceps Strength Band Flat Bench Push Compound Gym

Purpose: This exercise increases strength and strength speed.

Benefits: Bands can be used to increase strength speed.

Using a flat (supine) bench, put a band underneath the bench where your chest will be while lying. The band should be short enough for you to get good resistance. Lie on the bench and grab the band handles in each hand with the palms facing towards your feet. Your elbows should be out to the side of your body and your arms perpendicular. Your hands should be at the height of your chest. This is your starting position. Straighten your elbows while moving the hands closer to the centre of your body. Exhale during this movement. Slowly lower your hands back to the starting position. Inhale during this movement. Repeat for the recommended number of repetitions.

The chest is composed of the Pectoralis Major and the Pectoralis Minor. The Pec Major attaches to the upper arm and pulls the upper arm across the chest. The Pec Minor lies mostly underneath the Pec Major and draws the shoulder blade down and forward.