Dumbbell Alternating Floor Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Chest
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Chest
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Dumbbell Floor Press, Alternating Chest Press
How to: Dumbbell Alternating Floor Press
- Lie flat on your back on the floor with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Raise both dumbbells above your chest with palms facing each other.
- Lower one dumbbell to the side while keeping the other above your chest.
- Push the lowered dumbbell back to starting position and alternate arms.
- Maintain a controlled motion and keep your back flat against the ground.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting too heavy and sacrificing form.
- Allowing elbows to flare out too wide.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with lighter weights to maintain proper form.
- Use a stability ball for extra support.
Tips
- Press the weights straight up and maintain control throughout the movement.
- Keep your elbows at a 45-degree angle to your body for optimal shoulder safety.
Dumbbell Alternating Floor Press Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
dumbbell
upper body
alternating
floor press