Dumbbell Bench Press
Muscle Groups: Chest
Dumbbell Bench Press focuses on Chest, with Shoulders, Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Dumbbell Bench Press with proper form and technique.
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Lying on your back on a bench, hold a pair of dumbbells directly above your sternum with your arms fully extended. Pull your shoulder blades together, slightly stick out your chest, and point your palms forward.
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Slowly lower both dumbbells to the sides of your chest. Pause, then press the dumbbells back to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Dumbbell Bench Press safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your elbows close to your sides.
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Maintain a neutral long spine to avoid hyperextending the neck.
Secondary Muscles
While Dumbbell Bench Press primarily targets Chest , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, Triceps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Dumbbell Bench Press, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Dumbbell Bench Press, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
