Machine Chest Press

Muscles: Chest, Front Delts, Triceps

Set up the machine

1. Seat so the handles are at chest height
2. Back flat against the pad
3. Handles just in front of the chest at the start

Form tips

• Set the seat so the handles sit at mid-chest height
• Back flat against the pad, shoulder blades back
• Press out without locking the elbows
• Return slowly until you feel a chest stretch

Common mistakes

• Shoulders rolling forward as you press
• Letting the stack slam back down

Alternatives

• Dumbbell Bench Press
• Bench Press

More chest exercises

Used in

• 5-Day Split
• Machine Full Body A/B
• Machine Start