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Alternating Dumbbell Bench Press

Intermediate

Alternating Dumbbell Bench Press

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

Alternating Dumbbell Bench Press is great for single-arm strength, which creates shoulder and core stability. This workout strengthens the entire body but specifically targets the chest.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Lay down with your back on a bench, and hold the dumbbells a few inches above your chest.
  • Step 2

    Press one dumbbell upward until your arm is fully extended. Pause, then slowly move back extended arm to start position.
  • Step 3

    Complete the same motion on the other side. Continue in an alternating manner.

Muscle Groups

Alternating Dumbbell Bench Press targets Delts, Pecs, Triceps as seen below.

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Exercise Tip

  • Maintain the foot position throughout the exercise.