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Dumbbell Bench Press

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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Pectorals accessibility Chest
Triceps Shoulders

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Dumbbell

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

6.1

Force

push

Dumbbell Bench Press is a intermediate multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Pectorals in the Chest region. Performed using dumbbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Triceps and Shoulders.

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1

Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed against the bench.

2

Hold a dumbbell in each hand, with your palms facing forward and your arms extended above your chest.

3

Lower the dumbbells slowly to the sides of your chest, keeping your elbows at a 90-degree angle.

4

Pause for a moment, then push the dumbbells back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.

5

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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