Chest · Leverage machine · Beginner

How to do Lever Standing Chest Press

The lever standing chest press is a machine-based exercise that targets the pectoral muscles, with secondary emphasis on the shoulders and triceps. It is performed standing, using a leverage machine, and involves pressing handles forward from chest level to full extension.

Lever Standing Chest Press demonstration

Primary muscle: Chest
Also works: Shoulders and Triceps
Equipment: Leverage machine
Level: Beginner
Category: Chest

How to do Lever Standing Chest Press, step by step

Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your feet flat on the ground.
Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and position your hands at chest level.
Push the handles forward until your arms are fully extended, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
Pause for a moment, then slowly bring the handles back towards your chest, maintaining control throughout the movement.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Lever Standing Chest Press works your chest as the main mover, with help from your shoulders and triceps.

Track Lever Standing Chest Press in SPLYT

Lever Standing Chest 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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