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Alternating Dumbell Press Finish
Alternating Dumbell Press Starting Position

Alternating Dumbbell Bench Press

 


Muscles involved: pectorals, triceps, deltoids

Form: lie supine on bench, head, neck and spine in a neutral position, start position is holding the DBs
(dumbbells) over the chest with the arms straight, palms facing feet. Inhale and drop one DB with the
elbow flexed to 90 degrees, then exhale as you push the DB straight up, straightening the arm. Alternate.

Cautions: keep core tight, wrists straight, dumbbells centred over the chest. This can be done with light dumbbells or
tubing/bands, feet may be put up on bench if the client has lower back problems.

 

Trainer techniques: cue breathing, braced core, watch for proper position of the arms/elbows, dumbbells
centred. Spot with hands close to the dumbbells.

   Start Position 

Alternating Dumbell Press Start Position
Alternating Dumbbell Press Start Position

 

Alternating Dumbell Press Finish
Alternating Dumbbell Press Finish

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