Isometric chest squeeze
The isometric chest squeeze is a bodyweight exercise that targets the pectoral muscles. It involves pressing the palms together in front of the chest and squeezing to engage the chest muscles without any movement.
At a glance
- Area
- Chest
- Main muscle
- Pectorals
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Keep your elbows at shoulder height.
- Engage your core to maintain stability.
- Breathe steadily throughout the exercise.
What to watch out for
- shoulder injuries
- chest pain
- recent surgery in the upper body
Also known as
Spremitura isometrica del petto, chest exercise, bodyweight chest exercise