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Machine Chest Press

Chest press machine

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Side

How to do it

  1. 1Set the seat so the handles line up with the middle of your chest.
  2. 2Grip the handles with your back and shoulder blades against the pad.
  3. 3Press forward until your arms are straight, without locking your elbows.
  4. 4Bring the handles back slowly until your hands are beside your chest.

Common mistakes

  • Shoulders rolling forward off the pad
  • Locking your elbows
  • Letting the weights slam down

Beginner tip: Pick a weight you could press 12 times with 2 reps left in the tank.