This exercise involves using a leveraged machine to perform a chest press while lying on an incline bench. It targets the upper chest muscles and can be adjusted to accommodate different fitness levels.
Type
Strength
Equipment
Machine
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Targets the upper portion of the chest muscles
- Increases strength and muscle mass in the chest, shoulders, and triceps
- Allows for a greater range of motion compared to traditional bench press
- Reduces strain on the shoulders and wrists
- Can be adjusted to target different areas of the chest by changing the incline angle
How to perform
1. Adjust the incline bench to a 45-degree angle.
2. Select the desired weight on the weight stack.
3. Sit on the bench with your back against the pad and your feet flat on the floor.
4. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and bring them to shoulder level.
5. Push the handles away from your body until your arms are fully extended.
6. Slowly lower the handles back to shoulder level, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
7. Repeat for desired number of repetitions.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Chest
Primary
Anterior Deltoid
Primary
Triceps
Primary