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cable incline bench press

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

Steps

Step 1. Adjust the bench to a 45-degree incline.

Step 2. Attach the cable handles to the high pulleys.

Step 3. Sit on the bench facing the cable machine with your feet flat on the ground.

Step 4. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and bring them to shoulder height.

Step 5. Push the handles forward and upward until your arms are fully extended.

Step 6. Pause for a moment, then slowly lower the handles back to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

pectorals

Secondary muscles

deltoidstriceps

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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