Seated Bench Press

Set up the chest press machine so that the grips are aligned with your lower chest when you sit down. Make sure you're sitting with your back flat against the seat. Grab a handle in each hand, stick your chest out, and keep your head against the headrest. Breathe deeply and slowly push the handles forward until your arms are almost fully extended. Pause just before the lockout, then slowly return the handles to the starting position. Pause just before the handles come to a complete stop and p...

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 Seated Bench Press work?

Seated Bench Press primarily targets the chest.

What equipment do I need for Seated Bench Press?

Seated Bench Press requires swiss ball.

Is Seated Bench Press good for beginners?

Seated Bench Press is rated intermediate difficulty. Some experience is recommended.

Is Seated Bench Press a compound or isolation exercise?

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