Seated Chest Clam Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Seated Chest Press
How to: Seated Chest Clam
- Sit on a chair with your back straight and feet flat on the ground.
- Bring your arms to shoulder level with elbows bent and palms facing forward.
- Press your arms forward, fully extending your elbows while squeezing your chest.
- Hold for a moment at the end of the movement, then return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Losing posture and slouching during the movement.
- Not engaging the chest muscles effectively.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise sitting on a stability ball for added support.
Tips
- Maintain good posture throughout the exercise.
- Focus on squeezing your chest muscles during the contraction.
Seated Chest Clam Alternatives
Tags
chest
bodyweight
strength
beginner
pectoralis
deltoid