Maximize Chest Strength with Pec Crushers

Pec Crushers

Rep Range

10-20

Hints

Stand up with arms in front of you, fists clenched, and palms facing the ceiling. While keeping your elbows locked, engage your chest muscles and bring your hands up, squeezing your chest.

Common Mistakes

Bending the elbows during the movement. Not fully engaging the chest muscles or using other muscles to compensate.

Breathing

Exhale as you bring your hands up and squeeze your chest; inhale as you lower your hands back down.

Muscle Focus

Primary Muscles

Upper Chest, Middle Chest

Secondary Muscles

Lower Chest, Serratus Anterior

Tertiary Muscles

Shoulders