Exercise library · Chest
Squeeze Press (Dumbbell).
Press while squeezing dumbbells together to amplify chest activation.
BeginnerDumbbells
The numbers
Sets
2–3
Reps
12–15
Rest
45–75
Muscles
Primary
Pectorals
Secondary
Triceps · Front delts
The play-by-play
How to do it.
- Step 01
Lie on flat bench holding dumbbells together
- Step 02
Press bells up while actively squeezing them
- Step 03
Lower under control keeping contact
- Step 04
Pause near chest without losing squeeze
- Step 05
Press up maintaining constant pressure
- Step 06
Repeat with steady tempo
What separates good from great
Pro cues.
Use hex dumbbells for easier contact
Choose moderate weights to keep squeeze
Avoid wrist collapse by gripping firmly