Dumbbell Close grip Press (female)

Dumbbell Close grip Press demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie on a flat bench holding a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing each other
  • 2Start with the dumbbells at shoulder level and your arms fully extended
  • 3Lower the dumbbells towards your chest in a controlled motion
  • 4Press the dumbbells back up to the starting position without fully locking out your elbows
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions

Tips:

  • Exhale when you press the dumbbells up and inhale when you lower them to your chest
  • Keep your elbows close to your body to better engage your triceps
  • Avoid locking your elbows at the top of the press
  • Control the weight throughout the entirety of the movement

Dumbbell Close grip Press Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs