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Band Chest Fly

Inner chest
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Targets: Middle chest

About

1. Stop if your shoulder hurts and switch to another exercise.

2. Don’t lock out your arms.

How to Band Chest Fly

Starting Position

1. Hold both sides of the band with your hands and bring your arms together towards the center of your body as if you are bringing your chest together.

2. Be careful not to shrug your shoulders.

3. Make sure to use a light weight to avoid straining your shoulders.

Proper Form

1. Hold the band with both hands, standing with your feet shoulder-width apart.

2. Spread your arms to the sides and bring the band together in front of your chest.

3. Slowly open your arms and return to the original position.

Breathing Technique

Inhale when you spread your arms, and exhale when you bring them together.

Precautions

1. With your arms slightly bent, bring your hands together using your chest muscles.

2. Slowly return to the starting position.

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