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Pec Deck demonstration

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Strength / Pec Deck

Pec Deck

A chest isolation machine with fixed elbow pads that targets the pectorals through horizontal adduction.

Equipment

Pec Deck

Experience

beginner

Movement

isolation

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Front Delts · Serratus

Instructions

  1. 01

    Sit in the pec deck machine and place your forearms against the pads.

  2. 02

    Adjust the seat so pads align with mid-chest height.

  3. 03

    Squeeze the pads together in front of your chest.

  4. 04

    Hold the contraction briefly at the center.

  5. 05

    Return under control to the starting position.

  6. 06

    Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.