Straight Arm Pec
Unlike a standard pec deck, those familiar with the action, may decide to perform the movement with their arms straight, having the biceps muscle pushed against the arm pads.
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Place your feet firmly on the floor, spreading them outwards to help keep your back pushed into the support, as there is a tendency to lean forward and drop your neck in the final phase of the movement - avoid dropping your head, as this will strain your neck muscles.
Exhale and smoothly bring in your hands together, remembering to keep your arms level with your shoulders, with your biceps in contact with the machine pads, keeping your arms straight throughout.
Aim to hold in the closed phase for 1 - 2 seconds, feeling a good contraction in your chest pectoral muscles, prior to inhaling and returning the movement back to your starting position.
Repeat for desired amount of reps, however always keep good form - avoid leaning forward or trying to force your arms together with jerking movements.