Build Your Upper Pecs With the Incline Loaded Chest Press

If you're trying to fill out the top of your shirt, the incline loaded chest press is probably the most effective tool in the gym for the job. While everyone loves the standard flat bench press for bragging rights, the incline version—specifically the plate-loaded machine—is what actually builds that "shelf" look in the upper pectoral muscles. It's one of those exercises that feels incredibly natural once you get the hang of it, yet so many people struggle to feel it in the right spot because their setup is just a tiny bit off. ...

February 9, 2026 · 6 min · Gitano Estin