Incline Horizontal Push · Incline chest press machine
Incline Machine Press
Primary muscles: Upper chest; triceps; front shoulders
Exercise data by RepDB (repdb.co)
⚠ Demonstration image shows the barbell incline press variation — no machine-specific image was available. The setup and execution steps below describe machine mechanics (seat, handles); adapt them for a barbell if using this image as your reference.
Setup
- Adjust the seat so the handles align with the upper-to-mid chest.
- Keep feet planted and back supported.
- Set shoulders down and back before pressing.
How To Perform It
- Press smoothly through the machine path.
- Pause briefly near extension without forcing lockout.
- Return under control to a comfortable depth.
Key ASF Cue
“Stay pinned to the pad - do not turn the last reps into a whole-body push.”
Common Mistakes
- Poor seat height.
- Shrugging toward the ears.
- Using momentum or bouncing the stack.
Alternatives / Substitutions
Safety Note
Use the machine settings that keep the shoulder path comfortable.