Banded Push-ups

Muscle Groups: Chest

Banded Push-ups focuses on Chest, with Triceps working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Banded Push-ups with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Start in a push-up position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, and a resistance band looped across your upper back and under your hands.

  2. 2

    Keep your body in a straight line from your head to your heels, engaging your core.

  3. 3

    Bend your elbows and lower your chest towards the floor, maintaining a straight body.

  4. 4

    Push through your hands to extend your arms and return to the starting position, working against the resistance of the band.

Secondary Muscles

While Banded Push-ups primarily targets Chest , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Triceps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.

Related Exercises

If you enjoyed Banded Push-ups, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Banded Push-ups, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.

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