Incline Chest Press Machine

A machine press that pushes up on an incline to focus on the upper chest.

Beginner · Recommended Sets: 3 sets x 10-12 reps · Upper Chest, Front Delts, Triceps

Incline Chest Press Machine — Points to Check Today

  • Don't shrug your shoulders — If your shoulders rise as you press on the diagonal, the traps take over. (Shoulders riding up toward the ears as you press)
  • Keep your shoulder blades retracted — If your shoulders roll forward, the front of the shoulder can be injured. (Shoulders rolling forward as you press)
  • Don't overextend your lower back — Arching your lower back to press removes the upper-chest stimulus. (Flaring the ribs and arching the lower back to press up)

Incline Chest Press Machine — How to Do It / If You're New

  1. Sit on the seat with your back against the pad, and adjust the height so the handles line up with your upper chest (below the collarbone).
  2. Retract your shoulder blades and press your feet into the floor, then grip the handles.
  3. Exhale and press the handles up and forward on a diagonal. Don't fully lock your elbows.
  4. Inhale and slowly draw them back down until you feel your upper chest stretch.