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Behind Neck Press Resistance Band Cable

The Behind Neck Press Resistance Band Cable is a resistance band exercise that targets the shoulders, with the triceps assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.

Target muscles
Shoulders
Also works
Triceps
Equipment
Resistance band
Body part
Shoulders

Step by step

  1. Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart, holding the resistance band handles behind your neck at shoulder height.
  2. Engage your core and maintain a straight back.
  3. Press the handles upward until your arms are fully extended.
  4. Slowly lower the handles back to the starting position with control.
  5. Keep elbows slightly bent and wrists aligned.
  6. Avoid arching your back or using momentum during the press.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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