How to do it
Grip the handles firmly and keep your wrists stacked over your forearms.
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Adjust the seat of the leverage machine so that the handles are at chest level.
- 2
Sit down and grip the handles with your palms facing down.
- 3
Press the handles away from you until your arms are fully extended.
- 4
Slowly return to the starting position while maintaining tension in your chest muscles.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Ensure that you maintain a full range of motion for each repetition to fully work the chest muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Flaring the elbows out to 90 degrees
- ✕Leading with one arm during the press
- ✕Arching the lower back off the seat