Cable Standing Chest Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Chest
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Chest
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, triceps, deltoids, Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Cable Chest Press
How to: Cable Standing Chest Press
- Stand facing away from the cable machine with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Hold the handles in each hand at chest height with elbows bent.
- Press the cables forward until your arms are fully extended.
- Slowly return to the starting position while maintaining control.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight, compromising form.
- Not fully extending during the press.
- Letting the elbows drop too low, straining the shoulders.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise seated for added support.
- Adjust the weight based on your capability.
Tips
- Keep a straight back and avoid arching during the press.
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Control the weight during both the press and the lowering phase.
Cable Standing Chest Press Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
cable
shoulders
triceps
upper body