Some pieces of equipment are essential. You can't effectively hammer your legs and glutes without a leg press, squat rack, and barbell. But there are myriad ways to get big pecs with standing chest ...

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Sgt. Edward Underwood executes a shoulder press during the human health and performance initiative on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 28, 2023. (Cpl. Cassidy Shepherd/U.S.

Developing bigger pectoral muscles, or "pecs," is one of the most common goals for anyone focused on building upper-body strength or improving their physique. After all, a strong, well-developed chest ...

Medically reviewed by Katrina Carter, DPT It's recommended to perform muscle-strengthening activities like chest workouts at ...