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lever incline chest press

lever incline chest press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Adjust the seat and backrest of the leverage machine to a comfortable position.

Step 2

Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet flat on the floor.

Step 3

Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and position your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

Step 4

Push the handles forward and away from your body until your arms are fully extended.

Step 5

Pause for a moment, then slowly bend your elbows and lower the handles back towards your chest.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

pectorals

Secondary muscles

shoulderstriceps

Primary body parts

chest

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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