Demo & instructions
Incline Machine Chest Press
Also known as: Incline Chest Press Machine, Machine Incline Press, Seated Incline Press
Instructions
A seated machine press where the handles travel forward and upward. It trains the upper chest and front of the shoulders with a guided path, so it is friendly to learn and easy to push hard.
- Movement
- Horizontal push
- Type
- Compound
- Level
- Beginner
- Typical range
- 6–20 reps
Setup
- 1Adjust the seat so the handles start level with your upper chest.
- 2Sit with your back and head against the pad and your feet flat on the floor.
- 3Grip the handles with your wrists straight and your elbows a little below shoulder height.
Execution
- 1Press the handles up and away until your arms are nearly straight.
- 2Keep your shoulder blades resting against the pad as you push.
Target
Equipment
Muscles worked
Equipment
Training use
Strength
Muscle building
Endurance
Conditioning
