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Incline machine chest press: how to do it

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Handles at your upper chest

  1. Starting position

    Adjust the seat so the handles are at your upper chest, keep your back supported and place your feet on the floor.

  2. The movement

    Press the handles upward and forward until your arms are almost straight, then lower them slowly.

Most common mistake

Don't lift your back off the pad, keep your chest up and your back supported throughout the movement.

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