Dumbbell Single Arm Floor Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Chest
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Chest
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps, Triceps Brachii, Shoulders, Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Single Arm Dumbbell Press
How to: Dumbbell Single Arm Floor Press
- Lie down on your back on the floor or a bench with a dumbbell in one hand.
- With your opposite arm resting on the ground, press the dumbbell upwards until your arm is fully extended.
- Lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the elbow to flare outwards.
- Using excessive weight leading to poor form.
- Not engaging the core.
Modifications
- Use a lighter dumbbell if unable to lift the standard weight.
- Perform the exercise on a flat bench for added support.
Tips
- Keep your elbow close to your body to minimize strain.
- Engage your core to maintain stability during the press.
- Control the weight during both the upward and downward movement.
Dumbbell Single Arm Floor Press Alternatives
Tags
strength
chest
dumbbell
shoulders
triceps
intermediate