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Decline bench press – BodyCraft Strength Training System User Manual

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CHEST

Decline Bench Press

Adjust the seat back to the SHOULDER position. Adjust the seat

so that the bench press handles are even with your chest. Sit on the

very front of the seat and lean back into the machine. The bench press

handles should be adjusted for a comfortable stretch, about even with

the front of your chest. Too far back can cause excessive strain on your

shoulders! Grab the handles with an overhand grip and press away

from your chest. Do not lock out your elbows. Return slowly.

Variations: Use an underhand grip, or neutral grip. Changing the grip

does emphasize different areas of the muscle group.

Primary muscles worked: Pectorals Major and Minor (chest), Anterior

Deltoids (shoulder), Triceps (back of the arm).