Dumbbell Bench Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- DB Bench Press
How to: Dumbbell Bench Press
- Lie flat on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Position the dumbbells at chest level with your elbows bent.
- Push the dumbbells up until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position while controlling the movement.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back excessively.
- Lifting weights that are too heavy.
- Letting the wrists bend backward.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to maintain form.
- Perform on a stability ball for balance support.
Tips
- Ensure your back remains flat against the bench.
- Control the weights as you lift and lower them to avoid injury.
- Keep your elbows at a 45-degree angle to your body when pressing.
Dumbbell Bench Press Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
dumbbell
pectorals
upper body
bench press