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Band overhead press: how to do it
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Stand on the band, hands at shoulders
Starting position
Stand on the middle of the band with your feet hip-width apart and hold the ends at your shoulders with palms forward.
The movement
Press your hands straight up until your arms are extended overhead, then lower them slowly to your shoulders.
Most common mistake
Don't arch your lower back, brace your core and keep your rib cage still as you press the band up.
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