But unfortunately, not all machines are created equal.
Use thischest workouttoadd muscle to your pecsand reap the rewards without the drawbacks of most chest machines.
(This changes from exercise to exercise.)
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Set both pulleys at shoulder height.
Keep your chest out, your shoulders squeezed together, and your lower back flat.
Slowly return to starting position, and repeat.
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Complete five sets of 10 reps.
2.
Cable Chest Flye
Set both pulleys at shoulder height or slightly higher.
Bend your elbows slightly, and maintain this position throughout the exercise.
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Then, squeeze your chest, and bring the handles together at chest height while keeping your elbows bent.
Keep your chest out, your shoulders squeezed together, and your lower back flat.
Return to the starting position in a slow and controlled fashion, and repeat.
Complete five sets of 10 reps.
The Ultimate Muscle-Building Workout Every Man Over 40 Should Try
3.
Stand with your knees slightly bent and one foot ahead of the other.
Keep your palms facing forward with your hands below your waist and your arms slightly bent.
Lift your hands up and toward each other in front of your chest.
Keep your chest out, your shoulders squeezed together, and your lower back flat.
Return to the starting position in a slow and controlled fashion, and repeat.
Complete five sets of 10 reps.
4.
Assisted Dips
When it comes tobuilding bigger pecs, the number of reps and sets is very important.
Keep your chest out and shoulders squeezed together.
Complete five sets of 15 reps.
