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How to do Cable Incline Bench Press

The cable incline bench press is a chest exercise performed on an incline bench using cable handles. It targets the upper pectorals and also works the deltoids and triceps. The cable resistance provides constant tension throughout the movement, making it effective for building strength and muscle in the upper chest.

Cable Incline Bench Press demonstration
Primary muscle
Chest
Also works
Deltoids and Triceps
Equipment
Cable
Level
Intermediate
Category
Chest

How to do Cable Incline Bench Press, step by step

  1. Adjust the bench to a 45-degree incline.
  2. Attach the cable handles to the high pulleys.
  3. Sit on the bench facing the cable machine with your feet flat on the ground.
  4. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and bring them to shoulder height.
  5. Push the handles forward and upward until your arms are fully extended.
  6. Pause for a moment, then slowly lower the handles back to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Cable Incline Bench Press works your chest as the main mover, with help from your deltoids and triceps.

Track Cable Incline Bench Press in SPLYT

Cable Incline 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.

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