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Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press

Expert Advice

Keep your wrists neutral and avoid arching your back excessively to maintain proper form and reduce the risk of injury.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Lie on a flat bench with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing each other.
  2. Hold the dumbbells above your chest with your arms extended.
  3. Lower the dumbbells to the sides of your chest by bending your elbows.
  4. Press the dumbbells back up to the starting position, squeezing your chest muscles.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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Muscles Worked

Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press primarily targets the Chest, Triceps, with Strength mechanics using Dumbbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.

Primary
Chest
Chest50%
Triceps
Triceps30%
Secondary
Shoulders
Shoulders20%
Equipment
Dumbbell
Dumbbell
Exercise Type
Strength
50%Chest30%Triceps20%Shoulders

Sets & Reps Guidance

Beginner2 x 10-12
Intermediate3 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press work?
Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press primarily targets the Chest, Triceps. Secondary muscles involved include Shoulders. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Dumbbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press?
For beginners, start with 2 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 3 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press suitable for beginners?
Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press is rated as an advanced exercise and is best suited for experienced lifters. Beginners should build foundational strength with simpler movements first before attempting this exercise.