Chest press

Instructional Video

Instructions - Chest press

  1. Sit with your back flat against the backrest and feet planted on the ground.
  2. Grab the handles with a firm grip, keeping your wrists straight.
  3. Push the handles away from your chest until your arms are almost fully extended, without locking your elbows.
  4. Slowly, and with control, return the handles to the starting position.

Safety notes

If you feel any discomfort in your shoulders or chest, take a break or stop the exercise.

Parks to find this equipment

4/5 Shiekie Pl, Walkley Heights SA 5098

RM Williams Drive Reserve

Amenities: Basketball half court, BBQ, Benches, Playground
Equipment: Air walker, Chest press, Shoulder mobility wheel, Sit up bench (inclined), Step-ups
Kiekebusch Road, Gulfview Heights SA 5096

Kiekebusch Road Reserve

Amenities: Benches, Drinking fountain, Parking - Off street, Playground
Equipment: Air walker, Chest press, Leg press, Leg raises, Pull-up bar, Push-up bar, Rings, Sit up bench (inclined)
16 Canterbury Dr, Salisbury Heights SA 5109

Canterbury Drive Reserve

Amenities: Basketball half court, Benches, Cricket nets, Dog park, Drinking fountain, Parking - Off street, Playground, Pump track, Tennis courts
Equipment: Pull-up bar, Push-up bar, Chest press, Leg press, Leg raises, Pull down, Step-ups, Sit up bench (inclined)
Rhode Island Dr, Parafield Gardens SA 5107

AGH Cox Reserve

Amenities: Basketball half court, Benches, Community centre, Grassed area, Lake, Parking - On street, Path - Paved and sealed, Picnic tables, Playground, Shelter
Equipment: Air walker, Dip bar, Chest press, Leg press, Leg raises, Pull-up bar, Push-up bar, Recumbent bike, Sit up bench (inclined), Step-ups, Wobble board
Happy Home Dr, Salisbury North SA 5108

Happy Home Reserve

Amenities: Basketball half court, BBQ, Dog park, Parking - Off street, Path - Paved and sealed, Picnic tables, Road safety park, Sports facility, Tennis courts, Toilets
Equipment: Chest press, Leg raises, Leg press, Pull-up bar, Push-up bar
621 Anzac Hwy, Glenelg North SA 5045

Wigley Reserve

Amenities: BBQ, Benches, Bike rack, Drinking fountain, Grassed area, Lighting, Parking - Off street, Path - Paved and sealed, Picnic tables, Playground, Shelter, Street parking, Table tennis, Toilets, Toilets - Disability access
Equipment: Balance beam, Body twist, Pull down, Cross trainer, Box jumps, Parallel bars, Aerobic cycle, Chest press, Leg press, Dip bar
176 Esplanade, Largs Bay SA 5016

Largs Bay Foreshore Gym

Amenities: Basketball half court, Parking - On street, Path - Paved and sealed
Equipment: Chest press, Chin-up bar, Cross trainer, Dexterity builder, Hand cycle, Leg press, Parallel bars, Aerobic cycle, Pull down, Shoulder mobility wheel, Step-ups