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Chest

Machine

Incline chest press close grip

Incline close-grip chest press for upper and inner chest.

Setup

  • Adjust seat height so handles are at upper chest level.

  • Back flat against the pad, shoulder blades together and down.

  • Grip handles narrow, elbows closer to the body.

  • Lift chest, core tight, feet stable.

  • Wrists straight above the elbows.

Execution

  • Push handles up/forward until arms are almost straight.

  • Narrow grip emphasizes inner and upper chest.

  • Hold briefly at the front, contracting chest fully.

  • Slowly return until you feel a good stretch.

  • Breathing: Exhale when pushing, inhale when returning.