🚫 1. Setting the Bench Too Flat or Too High If the incline is too low, you hit more of the mid-chest (like a flat press). Too high? You shift focus to the shoulders. ✅ Fix: Aim for a 30–45° angle to target the upper chest effectively. 🚫 2. Bar Path Too High (Over the Neck or Face) This puts unnecessary strain on your shoulders and reduces chest activation. ✅ Fix: Lower the bar to the upper chest/collarbone area. Keep elbows slightly tucked (about 45° angle). 🚫 3. Limited Range of Motion Stopping too short or not bringing the bar down enough minimizes muscle activation. ✅ Fix: Lower the bar to just above your chest with control — don't let the machine limit your form. - @nicholasjhunter