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Alternating Dumbbell Bench Press

Alternating Dumbbell Bench Press enhances chest and arm strength by pressing dumbbells one by one while lying on a bench. It engages pecs, improves arm strength, aids in achieving muscle balance and symmetry.
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Alternating Dumbbell Bench Press instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Sit on the front of a flat bench, holding one dumbbell in each hand and supporting their weight with your thighs.
2
Lie back onto the bench, keeping one elbow locked at 90 degrees.
3
Push your shoulders and butt into the bench to create a slight arch in your back.
4
Press one dumbbell upwards, starting in-line with your chest and ending in-line with your face.
5
Lower the weight back down in a controlled fashion and repeat for the other hand. Follow this sequence for the programmed number of reps.
Sit on the front of a flat bench, holding one dumbbell in each hand and supporting their weight with your thighs.
Lie back onto the bench, keeping one elbow locked at 90 degrees.
Push your shoulders and butt into the bench to create a slight arch in your back.
Press one dumbbell upwards, starting in-line with your chest and ending in-line with your face.
Lower the weight back down in a controlled fashion and repeat for the other hand. Follow this sequence for the programmed number of reps.
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