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Chest · Leverage Machine
Machine Chest Press Incline
Machine Chest Press Incline is a beginner compound strength exercise that works the pectorals (chest), with the shoulders and triceps assisting. It needs a leverage machine. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 8-12 reps, and it burns about 6.1 calories per minute.
- Target
- Pectorals
- Body part
- Chest
- Equipment
- Leverage Machine
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 8-12
- Calories / min
- ≈ 6.1 kcal
Primary muscles
- Chest · Clavicular Head
Secondary muscles
- Shoulders · Deltoids
- Triceps · Triceps Brachii
How to do Machine Chest Press Incline
- Sit on the incline chest press machine with your feet flat on the floor. Grasp the handles with both hands, elbows facing the floor, palms facing forward.
- Press the handles upward by extending your arms, keeping your elbows slightly bent at the end of the movement.
- Squeeze your chest muscles at the top of the movement and slowly return the handles to the starting position with control, bringing them back to chest level.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Keep your back pressed against the backrest throughout the exercise.
- Focus on engaging your chest muscles throughout the movement.
- Exhale as you press the handles forward and downward, and inhale as you return them to the starting position.
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Machine Chest Press Incline FAQ
What muscles does Machine Chest Press Incline work?
Machine Chest Press Incline mainly works the pectorals in the chest (Clavicular Head). The shoulders and triceps work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Machine Chest Press Incline?
You need a leverage machine.
How many sets and reps of Machine Chest Press Incline should I do?
Start with 3 sets of 8-12 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Machine Chest Press Incline good for beginners?
Yes. Machine Chest Press Incline is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the pectorals.
How many calories does Machine Chest Press Incline burn?
About 6.1 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 61 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Machine Chest Press Incline?
Other exercises for the pectorals include Smith Machine Press Incline, Barbell Smith Chest Press, Band Low Chest Press and Chest Press Front Resistance Band.
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