Chest Primary Muscle Group for Exercise Demonstration

Primary Muscle: Chest

Equipment: No Equipment

Level: Intermediate

Purpose: To target the upper head of the pectoralis major muscle.

Execution: From a lying position facing the floor, place your hands at medium width (slightly wider than shoulder width) and place your feet up on a bench. Keeping your straight, press up until your arms are fully extended but not locked out. Squeeze at the peak contraction before lowering your body slowly to the start position. Lower your body until your chest touches the floor before pressing up for another repetition.