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Dumbbell Bench Press

Main muscle
Mid Chest
Muscle group
Chest
Equipment
Dumbbells

How to do it

  1. 1Lie back on a flat bench holding a dumbbell in each hand above your chest.
  2. 2Plant your feet flat on the floor and keep your back slightly arched.
  3. 3Lower the dumbbells to the sides of your chest, elbows at about 45 degrees.
  4. 4Press the dumbbells back up until your arms are extended.
  5. 5Bring the dumbbells together slightly at the top without clanking them.

Coaching cues

  • Elbows at 45 degrees
  • Feet planted
  • Press up and in
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