A standing chest exercise using bands anchored behind the body to a rack. The arms move together in a wide arc against elastic resistance, with a staggered stance supporting the torso.
Secure the bands to the rack behind you at chest height and take one handle in each hand.
Step forward into a staggered stance, with the bands under tension and your torso steady.
Open your arms to the sides with a small, consistent bend in the elbows.
Bring both hands together in front of your chest along a wide arc.
Return along the same path without letting the bands pull your shoulders backward.
Check the bands and rack attachment before each set.
Choose tension that allows the same elbow angle throughout.
Keep your ribs over your pelvis instead of leaning forward to finish.
Exhale as the hands come together and inhale on the return.
Bending and straightening the elbows as in a press.
Swinging the torso to bring the handles together.
Opening the arms farther than can be controlled.
Letting one hand travel ahead of the other.
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