Dumbbell Bench Press

Dumbbell Bench Press

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Pectorals

Secondary Muscles

triceps, shoulders

Equipment

Dumbbell

Body Part

Chest

The dumbbell bench press is a classic upper body strength exercise that targets the pectoral muscles, with secondary emphasis on the triceps and shoulders. It is performed lying on a bench, pressing dumbbells from chest level to full arm extension.

The dumbbell bench press is a classic upper body strength exercise that targets the pectoral muscles, with secondary emphasis on the triceps and shoulders. It is performed lying on a bench, pressing dumbbells from chest level to full arm extension.

The dumbbell bench press is a classic upper body strength exercise that targets the pectoral muscles, with secondary emphasis on the triceps and shoulders. It is performed lying on a bench, pressing dumbbells from chest level to full arm extension.

How to Do the Dumbbell Bench Press

How to Do the Dumbbell Bench Press

How to Do the Dumbbell Bench Press

Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, with your palms facing forward and your arms extended above your chest. Lower the dumbbells slowly to the sides of your chest, keeping your elbows at a 90-degree angle. Pause for a moment, then push the dumbbells back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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