Exercise library · Chest

Flat Dumbbell Press.

Greater range of motion and unilateral balance versus a barbell.

IntermediateDumbbells
Flat Dumbbell Press
The numbers
Sets
3–5
Reps
6–10
Rest
60–120
Muscles
Primary
Chest
Secondary
Triceps · Front delts
The play-by-play

How to do it.

  1. Step 01

    Kick dumbbells to starting position above chest

  2. Step 02

    Set shoulders down and back, feet planted

  3. Step 03

    Lower dumbbells at ~45° elbow angle

  4. Step 04

    Get a light chest stretch at the bottom

  5. Step 05

    Press up bringing bells toward midline

  6. Step 06

    Repeat while maintaining neutral wrists

What separates good from great

Pro cues.

  • Avoid clanking bells together

  • Keep elbows slightly in front of the torso

  • Use a spotter for heavy sets