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Incline Chest Press Machine

A primary horizontal push movement for chest.

Equipment

machines

Typical range

6–20 reps

Also trains

shoulders, triceps

Set up

Set the seat so the handles begin near the upper chest.

Execute

Press evenly without lifting from the back pad, then return under control.

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled path, then return the load safely.

Coaching cues

• Match both handles.
• Use a repeatable range.

Common mistakes

• Setting the seat too low or shrugging through the press.
• Adding load after position or control is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.