Build Chest Strength with Slow Decline Press

Slow Decline Press

Rep Range

6-12

Hints

With feet on a sturdy chair, place hands wider than shoulders on the ground. Slowly lower, taking 3-5 seconds, then push up quickly.

Common Mistakes

Keep body in a straight line.

Breathing

Inhale as you descend, exhale pushing up.

Muscle Focus

Primary Muscles

Upper Chest

Secondary Muscles

Middle Chest, Lower Chest, Shoulders, Triceps, Core, Serratus Anterior

Tertiary Muscles

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