Chest · Cable · Intermediate
How to do Cable Bench Press
The cable bench press is a chest exercise performed using a cable machine. It targets the pectoral muscles and also works the triceps and shoulders. The movement is similar to a traditional bench press but uses cables for constant tension throughout the range of motion.
How to do Cable Bench Press, step by step
- Adjust the cable machine to chest height and attach the handles.
- Stand facing away from the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and step forward to create tension in the cables.
- Position your feet firmly on the ground and engage your core.
- Bend your elbows and bring your hands to shoulder level, keeping your elbows at a 90-degree angle.
- Push the handles forward, extending your arms fully in front of you.
- Pause for a moment, then slowly reverse the movement, bringing your hands back to shoulder level.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Track Cable Bench Press in SPLYT
Cable Bench Press is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.
