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Cable Chest Press

Chest · Horizontal push

Generic horizontal push demo. Follow the steps below for this exact exercise.

Horizontal pushCompound

A standing press on the cable machine that keeps steady tension on the chest through the whole range.

Difficulty
Easy
Tracking
Measured in reps

Muscles worked

ChestTricepsShouldersCore

Equipment

Cable machine

How to do it

  1. Set both pulleys to chest height and hold a handle in each hand.
  2. Step forward into a split stance with your hands beside your chest and the cables taut.
  3. Press both handles forward until your arms are straight in front of your chest.
  4. Return under control until your hands are back level with your chest.

Coaching cues

  • Keep a soft bend in your knees and stack your ribs over your hips.
  • Let the handles come together slightly at the end of the press for a stronger squeeze.