Dumbbell Lying on Floor Chest Press
Expert Advice
Keep your wrists straight and elbows at a 45-degree angle from your body to reduce shoulder strain.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie on the floor with knees bent and feet flat, holding dumbbells above your chest with palms facing forward.
- Lower the dumbbells to the sides of your chest.
- Press the dumbbells back up to the starting position, exhaling as you do.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Dumbbell Lying on Floor Chest Press primarily targets the Chest, with Strength mechanics using Dumbbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Chest60%
Secondary
Shoulders20%
Triceps20%
Equipment
Dumbbell
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Dumbbell Lying on Floor Chest Press work?
Dumbbell Lying on Floor Chest Press primarily targets the Chest. Secondary muscles involved include Shoulders, Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Dumbbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Dumbbell Lying on Floor Chest Press?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 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 on Floor Chest Press suitable for beginners?
Dumbbell Lying on Floor Chest Press is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
