Machine Incline Chest Press Hammer Grip

Equipment: Machine

Machine Incline Chest Press Hammer Grip

Description

The machine incline chest press with a hammer grip targets the upper chest, shoulders, and triceps. Here’s how to do it:

  1. Adjust the seat and backrest of the machine so that the handles are level with your upper chest.
  2. Sit down and grip the handles with a neutral grip (palms facing each other).
  3. Press the handles forward and upward until your arms are fully extended.
  4. Pause briefly at the top, then slowly return the handles to the starting position.
  5. Keep your back against the backrest and core engaged throughout the movement.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Primary Muscles

  • Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head

Synergistic Muscles

  • Deltoid Anterior
  • Pectoralis Major Sternal Head
  • Triceps Brachii