Which muscles does the incline chest press (machine) work?

The incline chest press (machine) mainly works your chest. It also involves your front delts and triceps.

How many sets and reps should I do?

A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.

How do I track the incline chest press (machine) in SweatByte?

Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

Incline Chest Press (Machine): how to do it and muscles worked

The incline chest press (machine) mainly works your chest, with help from your front delts and triceps. You need a gym machine.

Muscles worked

Main

Chest

Helping

How to do the incline chest press (machine)

1
Set the seat so the handles start at upper chest height. Sit with your back flat against the angled pad, feet planted, and hold the handles with straight wrists.
2
Press the handles up and forward until your arms are nearly straight. Return slowly until your hands are level with your upper chest.
3
Breathe out as you press and in as you return, taking about three seconds back. Keep your head against the pad and shoulders down.

Form tip: Avoid shrugging; if your shoulders creep up toward your ears, lower the weight or adjust the seat.

Common questions

Which muscles does the incline chest press (machine) work?: The incline chest press (machine) mainly works your chest. It also involves your front delts and triceps.
What equipment do I need for the incline chest press (machine)?: You need a gym machine.
How many sets and reps should I do?: A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
How do I track the incline chest press (machine) in SweatByte?: Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.