Suspender Chest Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Suspension
- 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
- Suspension Chest Press
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Suspender Chest Press
- Attach the suspension straps at an appropriate height.
- Stand facing away from the anchor, grasping the handles.
- Lean forward at an angle with your body straight.
- Press forward, extending your arms until they are fully extended.
- Slowly return to the starting position and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the shoulders to shrug during the press.
- Not fully extending arms at the top of the movement.
- Bouncing on the straps rather than performing a smooth press.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with less resistance.
- Assume a staggered stance for improved balance.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the exercise to maintain stability.
- Keep your elbows slightly bent at the top of the movement.
- Avoid using momentum; focus on a controlled motion.
Suspender Chest Press Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
pectorals
triceps
upper body
suspension
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