Chest · Leverage machine · Beginner

How to do Machine Inner Chest Press

The machine inner chest press is a chest-focused exercise performed on a leverage machine. It targets the pectoral muscles and also works the triceps and shoulders. The machine provides stability and guided movement, making it accessible for most users.

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

How to do Machine Inner Chest Press, step by step

Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your back flat against the pad.
Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and position your elbows at a 90-degree angle.
Push the handles forward until your arms are fully extended, exhaling during the movement.
Pause for a moment at the end of the movement, then slowly return to the starting position, inhaling as you do so.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

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

Track Machine Inner Chest Press in SPLYT

Machine Inner 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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