How to perform the Pec Deck Machine
- 1Sit on the machine with your back flat against the pad, feet on the floor, and adjust the seat so the handles are level with the middle of your chest and your elbows are slightly bent as you grab the handles or pads. Keep your chest lifted, shoulders down and back, and brace your abs gently.
- 2Squeeze your chest to bring the handles together in front of you in a smooth, controlled motion while breathing out, pausing for a moment to feel the chest working. Slowly open your arms back to the starting position until you feel a comfortable stretch in your chest while breathing in, without letting the weight stack slam down or pulling your shoulders forward.
Coach tips
- Pick a weight that lets you control the movement without swinging or jerking, especially at the bottom stretch and at the squeeze.
- Keep your shoulders down and back against the pad so the work stays in your chest and doesn’t strain your shoulders or neck.
- Move slowly, focusing on feeling your chest muscles stretch as you open and squeeze as you close, and match your breathing to the motion.
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