Lever Incline Hammer Chest Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Deltoid, Triceps Brachii, Triceps, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Incline Chest Press
How to: Lever Incline Hammer Chest Press
- Adjust the seat of the machine so that the handles are at chest level.
- Sit down with your back against the pad and feet flat on the ground.
- Grip the handles and slowly push them upward until your arms are fully extended.
- Remember to keep your elbows slightly bent at the top of the motion.
- Slowly bring the handles back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting your elbows go too far out to the sides.
- Arching your back during the press.
- Not using a full range of motion.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights or a reduced range of motion if necessary.
- Perform seated or standing if a lever machine is not available.
Tips
- Keep your elbows at a 45-degree angle to your body.
- Maintain a steady movement without jerking the weights.
- Adjust the seat height for optimal range of motion.
Lever Incline Hammer Chest Press Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
pectorals
triceps
deltoids
upper body