Incline machine press

4 × 10-12  ·  Equipment: Chest machine

Muscle groups: Chest · Shoulders

How to do incline machine press

1. Set the incline seat so the handles are at mid-chest height.
2. Keep your back and head on the pad.
3. Press up and slightly forward.
4. Lower under control feeling tension in the upper chest.

Mistakes to avoid

• Don't arch your chest off the pad when pressing.
• Avoid letting the handles drop below chest level (shoulder strain).
• Don't lock your elbows.

Progression

• Add weight weekly while keeping range. At 4x12, raise the load and drop to 8 reps.