CHEST · COMPOUND
Cable Chest Press
A standing cable press that challenges the chest while requiring trunk stability.
Primary musclesChest
Secondary musclesTriceps, Front delts, Core
EquipmentCable machine
DifficultyBeginner · Horizontal Push
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For now, the database focuses on accurate, original written guidance.
For now, the database focuses on accurate, original written guidance.
How to perform
- Set both cables around chest height and take a stable stance.
- Press the handles forward without rotating the torso.
- Return slowly against the cable tension.
Tips
- Control the movement and use a range you can repeat consistently.
- Choose a load or variation that lets you keep the chest as the intended focus.
Common mistakes
- Using more load or speed than you can control.
- Losing stable body position during the difficult portion.
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