fitubaMachine chest press
Chest · machine. Adjust the seat, back against the pad, and push the handles forward.
Main muscle: Chest
Also works: triceps · shoulders
Equipment: machine
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests.
How to do it
- Adjust the seat, back against the pad, and push the handles forward.
- The handles line up with mid-chest.
- Extend without snapping your elbows locked and return controlling the weight.
Common mistakes
- Seat too low: your shoulders ride up as you push.
- Lifting your back off the pad.
- Letting the plates clank between reps.
Alternative
No equipment, or want to switch it up: Push-ups.
Log it in one message
Type or say: “Did 3x10 machine press on level 6.”
Fituba logs the weights session and its points; in Train you can add sets, reps and load to compare your strength progress. Sample wording, not a prescription.FAQ
What muscles does the machine chest press work?
Main: chest. Also working: triceps and shoulders.
How many sets and reps of machine press?
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests. Adjust the load so you finish every set with good form; the load is the machine's number.
How do I log machine press in Fituba?
In your account, open Train, pick Machine press and add its sets, reps and load; or type “Did 3x10 machine press on level 6” and Fituba logs your weights session.
Sources and limits
Original Fituba copy based on standard technique guides (StrengthLog · Chest). General education: the demo and these notes don't assess your form, mobility or the right load for you; for individual coaching, see a trainer.
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