Cable Incline Bench Press
Expert Advice
Set the bench at a 30-45 degree incline to target the upper chest. Keep your feet planted and drive through your heels to maintain stability throughout the exercise.
How-to-do Steps
- Set an incline bench between two cable towers and adjust the pulleys to the lowest position.
- Lie on the bench with your feet flat on the floor and grasp the handles with an overhand grip.
- Press the handles up and together over your chest, fully extending your arms.
- Slowly lower the handles back down to the sides of your chest.
- Keep your movements controlled and avoid letting the weights touch down.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Incline Bench Press primarily targets the Chest, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Chest60%
Secondary
Shoulders20%
Triceps20%
Equipment
Cable
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Cable Incline Bench Press work?
Cable Incline Bench Press primarily targets the Chest. Secondary muscles involved include Shoulders, Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Incline Bench Press?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Cable Incline Bench Press suitable for beginners?
Cable Incline Bench Press is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
