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.
