How to do it
Pin your shoulder blades together against the bench throughout each repetition.
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Set an incline bench between two cable towers and adjust the pulleys to the lowest position.
- 2
Lie on the bench with your feet flat on the floor and grasp the handles with an overhand grip.
- 3
Press the handles up and together over your chest, fully extending your arms.
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Slowly lower the handles back down to the sides of your chest.
- 5
Keep your movements controlled and avoid letting the weights touch down.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Set the bench at a 30-45 degree incline to target the upper chest. Keep your feet planted and drive through your heels to maintain stability throughout the exercise.
Common mistakes
- ✕Flaring the elbows out wide on the press
- ✕Letting handles drift outward on descent
- ✕Rushing the concentric without control