Dumbbell Alternate Bench Press (high start) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Posterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- High Start Dumbbell Bench Press
How to: Dumbbell Alternate Bench Press (high start)
- Lie on a flat bench with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Start with the dumbbells at shoulder height, palms facing forward.
- Press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the weights slowly back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Bouncing weights off the chest.
- Arching the back excessively.
- Not using a full range of motion.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to maintain form.
- Perform the exercise on a stability ball for more core activation.
Tips
- Keep your back flat against the bench.
- Control the movement to avoid injury.
- Engage your core throughout the lift.
Dumbbell Alternate Bench Press (high start) Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
dumbbell
upper body
pectorals
triceps