How to perform the Plate Loaded Chest Press
- 1Sit on the machine with your back flat against the pad, feet planted on the floor, and adjust the seat so the handles are around mid-chest level, then grab the handles with your wrists straight and squeeze your shoulder blades gently back and down.
- 2Press the handles forward in a smooth, controlled motion until your arms are almost straight as you breathe out, then slowly bring them back toward your chest as you breathe in, keeping the weight under control the whole time without letting it slam down.
Coach tips
- Keep your chest up and shoulders down so the work stays in your chest instead of your neck.
- Don’t lock your elbows at the top; stop just short to protect your joints and keep tension on the muscles.
- Choose a weight that lets you move slowly and smoothly—if you have to jerk or bounce, it’s too heavy.
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For optimal chest hypertrophy: aim for 10-20 weekly sets at 65-80% of your 1RM with 1-2 reps in reserve.
