You can also perform this resistance-band arm workout move as a tricep overhead extension for an extra challenge: Stand on the middle of the resistance band with both heels and pull up on the band behind your head, until your arms are fully extended above you. Slowly return to the starting position, with your elbows bent behind your head.
How to Do Resistance-Band Tricep Presses:
- Stand on the middle of the resistance band with your feet hip-width apart and hold on to each end of the band. Keep your knees slightly bent, and hinge your torso forward slightly. Row your elbows back so your upper arms are about parallel with your torso and your elbow is bent at 90 degrees. This is your starting position.
- Without moving your upper arms, slowly straighten your arms behind you with palms facing up.
- Slowly return to starting position. That's one rep.
Colleen Travers is a PS contributor.
Maggie Ryan was an assistant editor at PS. A longtime runner and athlete, Maggie has nearly four years of experience covering topics in the wellness space, specializing in fitness, sports, nutrition, and mental health.
Lauren Mazzo was the senior fitness editor at PS. She is a certified personal trainer and fitness nutrition specialist through the American Council on Exercise. Prior to joining PS, she worked for six years as a writer and editor for Shape Magazine covering health, fitness, nutrition, mental health, sex and relationships, beauty, and astrology.
