Chest
The main muscle group listed for this exercise.
Exercise guide
Standing Cable Chest Press
Standing Cable Chest Press is a beginner-friendly chest exercise performed with a cable station. It also involves the shoulders and arms.
Cable
The equipment listed for this variation.
Beginner
The recorded setup and movement complexity.
Chest
Standing Cable Chest Press also involves shoulders, arms.
Strength
Movement pattern: horizontal push. This is a compound exercise.
Beginner
This level reflects the setup and movement complexity recorded for this exercise.
Instructions
How to do Standing Cable Chest Press
- Position dual pulleys to chest height and select an appropriate weight. Stand a foot or two in front of the cables, holding one in each hand. You can stagger your stance for better stability.
- Position the upper arm at a 90 degree angle with the shoulder blades together. This will be your starting position.
- Keeping the rest of the body stationary, extend through the elbows to press the handles forward, drawing them together in front of you.
- Pause at the top of the motion, and return to the starting position.
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FAQ
Common questions about Standing Cable Chest Press.
What muscles does Standing Cable Chest Press work?
Standing Cable Chest Press primarily trains the chest and also involves the shoulders and arms.
Is Standing Cable Chest Press beginner-friendly?
Yes. It is listed as beginner-friendly.
What equipment do I need for Standing Cable Chest Press?
This variation uses a cable station.
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