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Dumbbells Bench Press, Neutral Grip

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Dumbbells Bench Press, Neutral Grip Overview

The dumbbell bench press is a chest-focused workout that utilizes dumbbells for maximum engagement.

By using dumbbells, the exercise allows for a greater range of motion, targeting the chest muscles more effectively.

The neutral grip, with palms facing each other, minimizes strain on the shoulders and triceps.

While the dumbbell bench press also works the shoulders and triceps, its primary focus is on the chest muscles.

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Dumbbells Bench Press, Neutral Grip Instructions

  1. Start by lying flat on a bench with your feet planted firmly on the ground.
  2. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, with your palms facing inward towards your body.
  3. Extend your arms straight up towards the ceiling, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
  4. Lower the dumbbells slowly and controlled towards your chest, keeping your elbows at a 90-degree angle.
  5. Pause for a moment, then push the dumbbells back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
  6. Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
  7. Once you have completed the set, carefully place the dumbbells on the floor or rack, and rest before starting the next set.

Dumbbells Bench Press, Neutral Grip Tips

  1. Position yourself on a flat bench with your feet firmly planted on the ground, maintaining a neutral spine and a slight arch in your lower back. This will provide a stable base for your exercise and ensure proper engagement of your chest muscles.
  2. Hold the dumbbells with a neutral grip, palms facing each other, and position them just above your shoulders. Take a deep breath, brace your core, and press the dumbbells up explosively, fully extending your arms without locking your elbows at the top.
  3. As you lower the dumbbells, focus on maintaining control and a slow, controlled descent. Keep your elbows at a 45-degree angle to your body, allowing your chest muscles to fully engage throughout the movement. Feel the stretch in your chest as you lower the dumbbells, but avoid bouncing them off your chest.
  4. At the bottom of the movement, pause for a brief moment and then press the dumbbells back up, focusing on squeezing your chest muscles together at the top. Visualize your chest muscles working hard and becoming stronger with each repetition.
  5. Remember to breathe throughout the exercise, exhaling as you press the dumbbells up and inhaling as you lower them. Stay focused and maintain proper form, even when fatigue sets in. Consistency and dedication will lead to noticeable improvements in your chest strength and

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