pectoralsmachine
lever chest press
lever chest press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your back flat against the pad.
Step 2. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and position your elbows at a 90-degree angle.
Step 3. Push the handles forward until your arms are fully extended, exhaling during the movement.
Step 4. Pause briefly at the end of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position, inhaling as you do so.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
pectorals
Secondary muscles
tricepsshoulders
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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