Exercise library

Chest

Incline Machine Chest Press

Primary muscle
Chest
Also works
Shoulders, Triceps
Equipment
Machine
Movement pattern
Horizontal push
Role in a program
Primary

How to do it

Set the seat so the handles line up with the upper chest and grip them firmly. Press the handles up and forward until the arms extend, then lower under control. The incline path emphasizes the upper pecs.

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No-equipment alternatives

Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the chest: