Flat Machine Press

Execution Start position: Elbows bent at roughly 90°, hands just outside your chest. Keep wrists straight and aligned with your forearms. Pressing phase (concentric): Push the handles forward until your arms are  almost fully extended  — don’t lock out. Focus on  squeezing your chest  at the end of the movement. Returning phase (eccentric): Slowly bring the handles back toward your chest, feeling the  stretch in your pecs . Maintain tension — don’t let the weight stac...

Exercise Profile

Category
Isolation
Primary Muscle
Chest
Equipment
Swiss Ball
Difficulty
Intermediate

Recommended Sets & Reps

beginner
3 sets of 10-12 reps
intermediate
4 sets of 8-10 reps
advanced
4 sets of 6-8 reps

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Flat Machine Press work?

Flat Machine Press primarily targets the chest.

What equipment do I need for Flat Machine Press?

Flat Machine Press requires swiss ball.

Is Flat Machine Press good for beginners?

Flat Machine Press is rated intermediate difficulty. Some experience is recommended.

Is Flat Machine Press a compound or isolation exercise?

Flat Machine Press is a isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single joint and muscle group.