Chest Press

PURPOSE
» Strengthens the arms and shoulders, especially the chest and the front of the shoulders.

STARTING POSITION
(Resistance 3-9 lbs)
Facing away from the extension arm, place one shin on the roller and the other foot on the floor in a lunge position. Take the straps in the hands and bend the elbows to bring the palms alongside the body facing upward.

STARTING POSITION VARIATIONS
Sitting on the Roller — Sit on the roller facing away from the arm with the knees bent and the feet on the floor.
Kneeling — Kneel with the roller between the knees and the thighs hugging the MOTR to keep it stable.

MOVEMENT SEQUENCE
Straighten both arms in front of the chest. Keep the shoulders down and keep the chest open as the elbows straighten.

VARIATIONS
Straight arms — Start with the arms out to the sides, the palms facing inward and shoulder height. Bring the arms toward each other at chest height.

MAKE IT HARDER
Standing — Stand and balance on the roller while moving the arms for an additional challenge.