How to do it
Drive your palm fully into the handle and maintain a firm wrist throughout.
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Sit on the leverage machine with your back flat against the pad.
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Grasp the handle with one hand and position your arm so that it's parallel to the ground.
- 3
Press the handle forward until your arm is fully extended.
- 4
Slowly return to the starting position.
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Complete the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Expert tip
Focus on a full range of motion and a controlled tempo to maximize chest muscle engagement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the elbow drop below parallel
- ✕Twisting the torso toward the pressing side
- ✕Dropping the weight stack on return