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Dumbbell Bench Press

Dumbbell Bench Press

Lie flat on a bench with dumbbells at chest level. Press the weights up until arms are extended. Lower slowly, keeping elbows at about 45°. Focus on control and a steady tempo.

How it is executed

  1. Lie flat on a bench with dumbbells at chest level.
  2. Press the weights up until arms are extended.
  3. Lower slowly, keeping elbows at about 45°.
  4. Focus on control and a steady tempo.
Muscles worked
Chest
Primary muscle
Mid chest
Equipment
Dumbbell
Movement pattern
Push
Difficulty
Intermediate
What it is for
Strength · Hypertrophy

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