Body straightens upright during the press
Becomes a tricep dip; chest emphasis is lost.
Overactive muscles
TricepsAnterior deltoid
Corrective work
Foam RollPectorals↗StretchDoorway pec stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Chest Dip (Parallel Bars, Forward Lean)
Coaching cues
- Lean forward ~20–30° to shift emphasis to the chest
- Lower until upper arms are parallel; elbows ~45°
- Drive through palms to lockout
- Maintain the forward lean throughout — don't straighten up
Common faults 2
Elbows flare to 90°
Anterior shoulder joint is loaded; pec loses the target angle.
Overactive muscles
Pec minorAnterior deltoid
Corrective work
Foam RollPectorals↗Foam RollThoracic spine↗StretchDoorway pec stretch↗