Chest Press: Straight Up
This exercise focuses on working your chest, but you will feel the muscles in your arms working as well.
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Step-by-step instructions
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Start by grabbing two dumbbells — one for each hand. Choose a weight that you can safely lift and still maintain good lifting form for 10–15 repetitions.
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Lie down on your back on a bench or on the floor.
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Bend your knees and place your feet flat on the floor. Press your lower back toward the bench/floor by pulling your belly button toward your spine.
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Place your elbows directly out from your shoulders while holding the dumbbells.
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Slowly press the dumbbells up and above your chest, extending your arms out fully so that your arms are straight above you.
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Slowly lower the dumbbells by bending your elbows until they reach the floor.
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Repeat this movement for approximately 10–20 repetitions or until your chest feels fatigued.
Notes
This exercise will help build a sculpted chest while strengthening your arms.
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