Dumbbell Alternate Bench Press (High Start)
Primary muscles: Chest
Secondary muscles: Shoulders, Triceps
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How to do the Dumbbell Alternate Bench Press (High Start)
- Lie on a flat bench with your feet flat on the floor and a dumbbell in each hand. Start with both arms extended straight up over your chest, palms facing forward.
- Lower the right dumbbell towards your chest by bending your elbow while keeping the left arm extended and stable.
- Press the right dumbbell back to the starting position by extending your elbow and contracting your chest muscles.
- Repeat the movement with the left arm while keeping the right arm extended and stable. Continue alternating arms for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Lower the dumbbell in a controlled manner to avoid using momentum.
- Breathe out as you press the dumbbell up and breathe in as you lower it down.
- Ensure your feet remain flat on the floor to maintain stability.
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