Hammerstrength Decline Chest Press
The Hammerstrength Decline Chest Press is a beginner none (bodyweight) exercise that works the Chest. Follow the steps below.
Target musclesChest
EquipmentNone (Bodyweight)
LevelBeginner
How to do the Hammerstrength Decline Chest Press
- Sit upright in a hammerstrength decline chest press machine while squeezing your shoulder blades together and placing your heels firmly on the ground underneath your knees.
- The back pad should be contact with your head, shoulders, and butt at all times.
- Grab ahold of the handles with an overhand grip just outside shoulder-width apart just below your chest.
- Keeping your core braced by breathing into your stomach and flexing the abdominal muscles, push through your palms to extend your elbows while keeping them at a 45 degree angle from your torso.
- Once your arms are fully extended, return to the starting position.
Recommended sets & reps
| Set | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|
| Set 1 | 12 reps | 30s rest |
| Set 2 | 10 reps | 30s rest |
| Set 3 | 8 reps | 30s rest |
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