{"id":16343,"date":"2023-06-12T06:58:29","date_gmt":"2023-06-12T10:58:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/?p=16343"},"modified":"2023-06-12T06:58:35","modified_gmt":"2023-06-12T10:58:35","slug":"resistance-band-workouts-for-arms-and-chest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefitnessphantom.com\/resistance-band-workouts-for-arms-and-chest","title":{"rendered":"The Best Resistance Band Workouts for Arms and Chest"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If the bands are the only equipment you use to bolster your chest and arms, this article is for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, I’ve shared the best resistance band workouts for arms and chest that can help you build strength and mass and improve the upper body muscle appearance<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Resistance bands are super effective exercise equipment, as they are easy to use, compact, adaptable, cost-effective, and allows you to perform numerous exercises from the upper to the lower body<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Training with resistance also provides similar strength gains compared to traditional weight training – shown in a small study published by SAGE Open Medicine<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

30-Minute Resistance Band Workouts for Arms and Chest to Build Muscle<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instructions to do the workouts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Take as little rest as possible between sets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • You can either follow a circuit workout or the standard rep-set method, depending on your suitability. Circuit training is challenging and is more suitable for intermediates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • For some people, completing a workout can take more than 30 minutes. And if you don’t want to train for more than half an hour, you can adjust it to suit your need.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Week 1<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    • Banded Pushups –<\/strong> 3 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Overhead Triceps Extensions –<\/strong> 2 sets x 12 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • One-arm Bicep Curl – <\/strong>2 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Floor Press – <\/strong>3 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Triceps Kickback – <\/strong>2 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Hammer Curl –<\/strong> 2 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Week 2<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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      • Banded Pushups –<\/strong> 3 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • OH Triceps Extension – <\/strong>2 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • One-arm Bicep Curl –<\/strong> 2 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Standing Incline Press –<\/strong> 2 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Bench-Assisted Dips –<\/strong> 3 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Concentration Curl –<\/strong> 2 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Week 3<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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        • Floor Press –<\/strong>3 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Banded Pushup –<\/strong> 3 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Dual Arm Banded Curl – <\/strong>2 sets x 15 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Upward Chest Fly – <\/strong>2 sets x 12 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Bench-Assisted Dips – <\/strong>3 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Concentration Curl – <\/strong>2 sets x 15 reps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Week 4<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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          • Banded Pushup –<\/strong> 3 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Svend Press – <\/strong>2 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Single-arm Bicep Curl –<\/strong> 2 sets x 15 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Lying Chest Fly –<\/strong> 2 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Overhead Triceps Extension –<\/strong> 2 sets x 15 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Hammer Curl –<\/strong> 2 sets x 15 reps<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Standing Chest Press – <\/strong>3 sets x 10 reps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Resistance Band Chest and Arms Exercises (How-to Guide)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            1. Standing Chest Press<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
            \"Resistance<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

            Anchor the band to the door frame at an appropriate height, turn your body away from the door, take a few steps forward, and stand straight in a staggered stance. Press the band out in front of you until your chest is fully activated. Return to the start and repeat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            2. Banded Pushup<\/h3>\n\n\n
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            \"Arm<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

            Wrap the band around your back and arms and get into a high plank position with your arms straight and bands under your palms. Lower your torso until your chest is close to the floor, then push back to complete one rep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            3. Floor Press<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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