How to do it
Plant your feet flat and press your head back into the pad.
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Sit on the leverage machine with your back against the pad.
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Grasp the handles with a full grip and position your arms at chest level.
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Press the handles forward by extending your arms, exhaling as you push.
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Pause briefly at the top of the movement.
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Slowly return to the starting position while inhaling.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Maintain a slight arch in your lower back and keep your chest up throughout the movement to maximize pectoral engagement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Flaring the elbows out past shoulder width
- ✕Pressing one handle faster than the other
- ✕Bending the wrists backward over the grips