Pectorals · Disc

Svend press — Disc

Muscles requiredPectoralis major, sternal head · Anterior deltoid

Description

Frontal thrust with continuous internal pressure to strongly recruit the pectorals.

01 · Setup

Set up the movement

  • Straight posture, open chest, low shoulders.
  • Hands in constant pressure against each other.
  • Wrists neutral and elbows under control.
02 · Execution

Perform the rep

  1. Push in front of you while maintaining internal pressure.
  2. Mark the contraction without moving the shoulders forward.
  3. Come back slowly without releasing the pressure.
Technique cue

Continuous internal pressure from start to finish.

Common mistakes
  • pressure released
  • rolling shoulders
  • return too fast
  • loose core engagement
Safety notes

Risks of poor execution

  • Losing posture can shift stress to the shoulders.
  • A tempo that is too brutal can overload the wrists and elbows.

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