Isolateral Chest Press

The Isolateral Chest Press is a unilateral pressing movement designed to target the pectoralis major (chest muscles) while promoting balanced strength, improved muscle activation, and enhanced joint stability. Unlike traditional bilateral chest presses, the isolateral variation allows each arm to move independently—helping to correct strength imbalances and increase core engagement.

This exercise can be performed using cable machines with single handles , dumbbells , or specialized isolation trainer systems . It can be done on a flat, incline, or decline bench depending on the desired focus area of the chest.