Breast openings contractor


Openings in breast contractor are excellent exercises to increase the volume and strength of the breastplate. We will explain in detail how to do it, so start planning your new routine for the gym.

Execution technique for breast openings contractor

You must first configure the machine with the ideal weight, depending on the progress of each person conducting the exercise. Step followed, tap take a seat on the machine, allowing the elbows are at shoulder height, while the upper pads are attached machine. The arms should be perpendicular to the torso, elbows bent to form together with the forearms, ninety-degree angles.

Inhale is the first step of the movement. Then elbows begin to move and when you exhale, move the cushions inward until the arms close against the chest, allowing contraction.

Finally, returned to the original position.

Muscles involved with breast openings contractor

This exercise has been designed to work the pectoralis major. The sternal portion thereof is also widely applied during contraction and approach the elbows.


It is ideal to gain strength in the muscles used and is recommended as a previous training to beginners, before starting more complex exercises.


Tips to consider and errors more frequently


  • For good execution must avoid tilting the torso when you bring your elbows forward. Thus inspec- not work properly and the deltoid takes on greater prominence. If this happens, you should try a lower weight.




  • Since this exercise concentrates on the pecs, they should keep some distance between the elbows during the passage of the approach to this does not involve the deltoid.