The chest press is a staple upper body exercise prominently used in strengthening and toning the chest muscles. Primarily targeting the pectoralis major, the workout also engages the anterior deltoids (front of the shoulders) and the triceps (back of arms), fostering a balanced and robust upper body physique.

Lat pulldowns are highly beneficial for developing strength and definition in the upper body. They chiefly target the latissimus dorsi (large muscles in the back) but also engage the biceps, traps, and shoulders to a lesser degree.