pectoralsmachine
lever decline chest press
lever decline chest press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Adjust the seat height 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. Slowly lower the handles back towards your chest, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
Step 6. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push the handles back to the starting position.
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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