Chest
The main muscle group listed for this exercise.
Exercise guide
Dumbbell Bench Press with Neutral Grip
Dumbbell Bench Press with Neutral Grip is a beginner-friendly chest exercise performed with dumbbells. It also involves the shoulders and arms.
Dumbbell
The equipment listed for this variation.
Beginner
The recorded setup and movement complexity.
Chest
Dumbbell Bench Press with Neutral Grip also involves shoulders, arms.
Strength
Movement pattern: horizontal push. This is a compound exercise.
Beginner
This level reflects the setup and movement complexity recorded for this exercise.
Instructions
How to do Dumbbell Bench Press with Neutral Grip
- Take a dumbbell in each hand and lay back onto a flat bench. Your feet should be flat on the floor and your shoulder blades retracted.
- Maintaining a neutral grip, palms facing each other, begin with your arms extended directly above you, perpendicular to the floor. This will be your starting position.
- Begin the movement by flexing the elbow, lowering the upper arms to the side. Descend until the dumbbells are to your torso.
- Pause, then extend the elbow and return to the starting position.
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FAQ
Common questions about Dumbbell Bench Press with Neutral Grip.
What muscles does Dumbbell Bench Press with Neutral Grip work?
Dumbbell Bench Press with Neutral Grip primarily trains the chest and also involves the shoulders and arms.
Is Dumbbell Bench Press with Neutral Grip beginner-friendly?
Yes. It is listed as beginner-friendly.
What equipment do I need for Dumbbell Bench Press with Neutral Grip?
This variation uses dumbbells.
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