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Chest · Intermediate

Machine Decline Chest Press

Guided decline machine press emphasizing the lower-chest pressing line.

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Machine Decline Chest Press demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

ChestTricepsShoulders

Equipment

Chest Press Machine

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Adjust the seat so the decline handles line up with the lower chest.
  2. 02Set the back and hips firmly against the pads before pressing.
  3. 03Press the handles forward and slightly downward along the machine path.
  4. 04Keep the wrists stacked and the shoulders from rolling forward.
  5. 05Lower slowly until the elbows reach a controlled depth.

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