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Exercise: Dumbbell Press
Main Muscle Worked: Chest
Other Muscles Worked: Triceps, Shoulders
Equipment: Dumbbell
Type of Exercise: Compound
Welcome to the full guide on how to perform Dumbbell Press from Built Fit. Below you will learn how to perfect your form and technique for this exercise. Be sure to read the information on how to start and perform the exercise and then view the images and video to see it in action. Built Fit stresses the importance on perfecting the form of Dumbbell Press before you begin adding additional weight.
Starting Position: Sit on a flat bench with a dumbbell in each hand. Move to the lying down position as you move the dumbbells above your chest. Your feet should be firmly planted on the ground.
Performing the Exercise: Lower the dumbbells as you bend your elbows to create a 90 degree angle and your upper arms are parallel to the ground. Press the weights up, extending your arms above your chest. Keep the weights balanced and move them at the same time in the same motion.
What not to do
- Do not lift your feet up from the ground
Tips
- Keep your bottom on the bench
- A slight arch in your back is ok
- Lift the dumbbells in a controlled motion, do not let one arm move more than the other one
Dumbbell Press Pictures
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