Chest exercise
Plate-Loaded Chest Press
Seated chest press on a plate-loaded machine, with a guided range of motion for chest, shoulders and triceps.
- Primary muscleChest
- Also worksTriceps
- EquipmentMachine
- TypeCompound
- MovementHorizontal push
- LevelBeginner
- Chest
- Triceps
- Machine
How to do the Plate-Loaded Chest Press
4 steps, in the order you do them.
- Adjust the seat so the handles are at chest height and rest your back against the backrest.
- Grab the handles with your feet firmly on the floor.
- Push forward until your arms are extended, without locking your elbows.
- Return slowly until you feel a stretch in your chest.
Muscles worked
Alternatives to the Plate-Loaded Chest Press
They work the chest with other equipment, including options for training at home.
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Plate-Loaded Chest Press work?
The Plate-Loaded Chest Press works mainly the chest. It also works the triceps and the front delts.