How to perform Chest Press (Machine)

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Chest Press (Machine)

Also known as: Chest Press (Machine).

Seated chest press machine.

How to perform this exercise

Adjust the seat so the handles are beside mid-chest; support the back and feet.
Press the handles forward along the machine path without shrugging or pulling the back off the pad.
Bend the elbows and return slowly to the set start position without dropping the resistance.

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