Exercise technique

lever chest press

The lever chest press is a machine-based exercise targeting the pectoral muscles. It provides a controlled pressing movement, making it suitable for building chest strength with added support and stability from the machine.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your back flat against the pad.
  2. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and position your elbows at a 90-degree angle.
  3. Push the handles forward until your arms are fully extended, exhaling during the movement.
  4. Pause briefly at the end of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position, inhaling as you do so.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Triceps, Shoulders.

Which programs include it?

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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