Dumbbell Bench Press

Dumbbell Bench Press How To

Why do it?

Dumbbell Bench Press works the chest with heavy weight without having the risk of getting trapped under a heavy barbell. It also allows you to work each arm separately to prevent imbalances.

Form Check

Lower to chest Full extension Shoulders on bench Stable footing

Instructions

  1. Begin by sitting on the end of a bench with two dumbbells by your knees
  2. Lie back until you are flat on the bench, keeping your arms bent
Dumbbell Bench Press
  1. Press the dumbbells up until your arms are vertical
Dumbbell Bench Press
  1. Lower the dumbbells until the handles are at chest height and repeat
Dumbbell Bench Press
  1. Release the dumbbells slowly to the floor before standing up

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