ChestMachineBeginner

Standing Chest Press Machine

Learn how to perform Standing Chest Press Machine, a Chest exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.

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STEP 1

Setup

Stand against the back support of the chest-press machine and hold the handles at chest height.

STEP 2

Start phase

Keep your feet and back supported and press both handles forward.

STEP 3

End phase

Finish without locking your elbows, then return the load slowly to the starting position.

STEP 4

Target muscles

This movement primarily works your chest. Focus on controlling the motion through these muscles.

STEP 5

Common mistakes

Avoid bending your wrists or shrugging. Reduce the load if you lose torso support.

STEP 6

Breathing

Exhale as you press and inhale as you return.

STEP 7

Coach tip

Stay stable against the support instead of throwing your torso forward to move the handles.

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