Dumbbells and bench

Dumbbell Bench Press

A flat-bench press with one weight in each hand. Each arm controls its own path, requiring more balance than a fixed machine or single barbell.
All equipment guides
01
Start position
02
Finish position
MOVEMENT PATH
The resistance travels up and down.
MUSCLES WORKED

Primary and supporting roles, kept distinct.

45° view
Primary
Chest
Supporting
Triceps · Front deltoid
PRIMARY
Chest
SUPPORTING
Triceps · Front deltoid

How to set it up

1
Sit with the dumbbells on the thighs, then guide them into position as you lie back.
2
Plant the feet and keep the upper back supported by the bench.
3
Use matching dumbbells you can lower and return safely.

How the movement works

1
Lower both dumbbells beside the chest while keeping the wrists stacked and movement even.
2
Press the dumbbells upward until they are stable over the shoulders.
RECORD IT IN SELFMATE

Load + repetitions

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Equipment geometry and adjustment points vary by manufacturer. Follow the placard on the specific machine and ask a qualified trainer when you are unsure.
Your next session

Understand the movement. Keep the record.

Use the guide here, then open SelfMate beside the equipment when you are ready to record the work.
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