TRX Chest Press
The TRX Chest Press primarily works the Anterior Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Sternal), Triceps (Long Head), with secondary activation of the Pectoralis Minor, Serratus Anterior and stabilizer support from the Erector Spinae, Rectus Abdominis, Transverse Abdominis. It is a suspension compound exercise at intermediate difficulty.
Hold suspension straps and push your body away from the attachment point.
| Equipment | Suspension |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Compound |
| Movement | Horizontal Push |
| Force | Push |
| Laterality | Bilateral |
| Primary | Anterior Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Sternal), Triceps (Long Head) |
| Secondary | Pectoralis Minor, Serratus Anterior |
Muscles Worked
Front
Back
Primary
Secondary
Stabilizer
Primary Muscles
- Primary Muscle Anterior Deltoid (shoulders)
- Primary Muscle Pectoralis Major (Sternal) (chest)
- Primary Muscle Triceps (Long Head) (triceps)
Secondary Muscles
- Secondary Muscle Pectoralis Minor (chest)
- Secondary Muscle Serratus Anterior (chest)
Stabilizer Muscles
- Stabilizer Muscle Erector Spinae (back)
- Stabilizer Muscle Rectus Abdominis (core)
- Stabilizer Muscle Transverse Abdominis (core)
Instructions
- Preparation: Grasp suspension trainer handles. Lean body to create resistance angle. Execution: Press weight forward and away from chest until arms are extended. Return to starting position under control. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Pectoralis Major (Sternal), Anterior Deltoid, Triceps (Long Head).
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