About this exercise
A unilateral chest press performed with one arm pressing across the body against resistance band tension. The cross-body path increases the rotational demand on the core while isolating each side of the chest independently.
Band Cross-Body One Arm Chest Press
Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Band Cross-Body One Arm Chest Press.
EasyMiddle chest
How to Perform
- Anchor a resistance band at about chest height to one side of your body
- Stand side-on to the anchor point and grip the band with the hand nearest to it
- Position your feet shoulder-width apart in a slight stagger for stability
- Press your arm forward and across your body, extending fully toward the opposite side
- Squeeze the chest at the end of the press
- Slowly return your hand back to the starting position with control
- Complete all reps on one side before switching
Muscle Activation
Primary
Middle chest
Secondary
TricepsFront shouldersUpper chest
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About the Band Cross-Body One Arm Chest Press
The Band Cross-Body One Arm Chest Press is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.