MY FAVORITE CHEST EXERCISE

PHYSICAL FITNESS

Set an adjustable bench to a 30–45 degree incline and sit down with a dumbbell in each hand resting on your thighs. Carefully lie back and use your legs to help bring the dumbbells up to shoulder level.
Position the dumbbells just outside your chest with your palms facing forward and elbows bent at about a 90-degree angle. Keep your feet flat on the ground, core engaged, and back pressed against the bench.
Press the dumbbells upward in a controlled motion until your arms are fully extended above your chest. Keep the weights steady—don’t let them drift or touch at the top.
Pause briefly at the top, focusing on squeezing your chest muscles.
Lower the dumbbells back down slowly and under control to the starting position, keeping tension in your chest and avoiding a bounce at the bottom.
Repeat for your desired number of reps, staying mindful of your form and tempo throughout the set.