CHEST
Bench Press
Adjust the seat back to the upright position. Adjust the seat so that the bench press handles are even with your chest. The bench press handles should be adjusted for a comfortable stretch, about even with the front of your chest. Too far back can cause excessive strain on your shoul- ders! Grab the handles with an overhand grip and press away from your chest. Do not lock out your elbows. Return slowly.
Variations: Use an underhand grip or a neutral grip. Changing the grip does emphasize different areas of the muscle group.
Primary muscles worked: Pectorals Major and Minor (chest), Anterior
Deltoids (shoulder), Triceps (back of the arm).
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