How to do it
Lock out both elbows fully at full arm extension each rep.
- 1
Secure the band to a stationary object at chest height.
- 2
Stand perpendicular to the band, feet shoulder-width apart.
- 3
Hold the band with both hands close to your chest.
- 4
Press the band straight out in front of you, resisting rotation.
- 5
Slowly return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching sides.
Expert tip
Keep your hips and shoulders square throughout the movement to effectively target the core muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Pressing the band off to one side
- ✕Stepping the feet into a staggered stance
- ✕Letting the band snap back to the chest