Target Chest Muscles with Reverse Chest Press

Reverse Chest Press

Rep Range

Hypertrophy/Strength : 8-12||Endurance/Hypertrophy : 12-16

Hints

Lay flat on the ground holding dumbbells with a reverse grip (palms facing your face). Press dumbbells straight up, ensuring the wrists are stable. Lower the weights with control to the starting position.

Common Mistakes

Not keeping wrists stable. Using momentum instead of controlled movement. Flaring elbows out excessively.

Breathing

Inhale as you lower the dumbbells. Exhale as you press them up.

Muscle Focus

Primary Muscles

Upper Chest

Secondary Muscles

Middle Chest, Shoulders, Triceps, Serratus Anterior

Tertiary Muscles

Lower Chest, Traps, Levator Scapulae, Rhomboids, Infraspinatus, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Latissimus Dorsi, Lower Back, Erector Spinae