Dumbbell Lying on Floor Chest Press

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Instructions:

  • 1Lie on the floor holding a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing your feet.
  • 2Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor.
  • 3Press the dumbbells up until your arms are fully extended.
  • 4Lower the dumbbells back down in a controlled motion to the starting position.
  • 5Repeat for the desired amount of repetitions.

Tips:

  • Avoid locking out your elbows at the top of the movement to keep tension on your muscles.
  • Engage your core to protect your lower back.
  • Exhale while pressing the weights up and inhale while bringing them back down.
  • Use a weight that's challenging but allows you to maintain good form.

Dumbbell Lying on Floor Chest Press Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs