Exercise technique

lever incline chest press v. 2

The lever incline chest press v. 2 is a machine-based exercise that targets the pectoral muscles, with secondary emphasis on the triceps and shoulders. It involves pressing handles away from the body while seated on a leverage machine, simulating an incline bench press motion.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Adjust the seat height and backrest angle on the leverage machine to a comfortable position.
  2. Sit on the machine with your back against the backrest and your feet flat on the floor.
  3. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and position your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  4. Push the handles forward and away from your body until your arms are fully extended, but without locking your elbows.
  5. Pause for a moment at the fully extended position, then slowly bend your elbows and lower the handles back towards your chest.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Triceps, Shoulders.

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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