Lever Decline Chest Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Decline Chest Press
How to: Lever Decline Chest Press
- Adjust the seat height to ensure your hands are at shoulder level.
- Lie back on the bench and grab the handles.
- Push the handles up until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the handles until they are level with your chest.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting too heavy, which can cause form breakdown.
- Bouncing the weights off the chest rather than maintaining control.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights or resistance to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated if balance is an issue.
Tips
- Keep your feet flat on the ground and back pressed firmly against the bench.
- Control the weight, don't allow it to drop quickly.
Lever Decline Chest Press Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
pectorals
triceps
deltoids
leverage machine