How To Build Upper Chest?

Incline dumbbell press

Incline barbell press

Low-to-high cable fly

Incline machine press

Reverse-grip bench press

Feet-elevated push-ups

Smith machine incline press

Use a 15–30 degree bench angle

Train upper chest 2–3 times per week

Start workouts with upper chest exercises

Use progressive overload

Use full range of motion

Control the lowering phase

Pause briefly at the bottom

Keep shoulders retracted and depressed

Keep elbows slightly tucked

Focus on bringing the arms upward and inward

Use moderate to heavy loads

Perform 8–12 reps for presses

Perform 12–20 reps for fly movements

Include 10–20 hard sets per week

Eat enough protein

Maintain a slight calorie surplus if gaining muscle

Recover with adequate sleep

Avoid excessive flat bench volume

Track strength and chest development

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