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Cable Seated Chest Press exercise animation

Cable Seated Chest Press

Category
Chest
Equipment
Cable
Target
Pectorals

The seated cable chest press mimics a machine chest press but with cables' constant tension, which keeps the pecs loaded through the entire range instead of unloading at the top like a barbell press does. Sitting removes leg drive entirely, so the chest and triceps do all the pressing work without any momentum from the lower body. It's a good option for isolating the chest when a bench press isn't practical or available.

How to Do the Cable Seated Chest Press

  1. Adjust the seat height and cable handles to a comfortable position.
  2. Sit on the bench with your back straight and feet flat on the floor.
  3. Grasp the cable handles with an overhand grip at shoulder height.
  4. Push the handles forward and away from your body, extending your arms fully.
  5. Pause for a moment, then slowly bring the handles back to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles Worked

The Cable Seated Chest Press primarily targets the Pectorals, with Shoulders as the primary synergist muscle group, along with the Triceps.

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Equipment Alternatives

Don't have cable? These target the same pectorals with different equipment.

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FAQ

What muscles does the Cable Seated Chest Press work?
The Cable Seated Chest Press primarily targets the pectorals, with the shoulders and triceps assisting.
What equipment do I need for the Cable Seated Chest Press?
The Cable Seated Chest Press is done with a cable.
What's a good alternative to the Cable Seated Chest Press?
If you don't have access to a cable, the Archer Push Up targets the same pectorals using body weight instead.