Standing Cable Chest Press

Muscle Groups

Primary Muscles:

chest

Secondary Muscles:

shoulders triceps

Exercise Demonstration

Demonstration of Standing Cable Chest Press exercise showing proper form and technique Alternative demonstration of Standing Cable Chest Press exercise

Description:

Position dual pulleys to chest height and select an appropriate weight. Stand a foot or two in front of the cables, holding one in each hand. You can stagger your stance for better stability. Position the upper arm at a 90 degree angle with the shoulder blades together. This will be your starting position. Keeping the rest of the body stationary, extend through the elbows to press the handles forward, drawing them together in front of you. Pause at the top of the motion, and return to the starting position.

Exercise Information

Category: strength
Equipment: cable
Level: beginner
Force Type: push
Mechanic: compound