Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press

Learn how to do the Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press with proper form and technique. This dumbbell exercise primarily targets your Pectorals, with secondary emphasis on Triceps, Shoulders.

Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press

Follow these steps to perform the Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press with correct form:

  1. 1Lie flat on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing each other and arms extended straight up.
  2. 2Lower the dumbbells to the sides of your chest, keeping your elbows at a 90-degree angle.
  3. 3Press the dumbbells back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
  4. 4Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press Muscles Worked

Primary

Secondary

tricepsshoulders

Exercise Details

Equipment
dumbbell
Body Part
chest
Category
Extended

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press work?

The Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press primarily targets your Pectorals. Secondary muscles worked include Triceps, Shoulders. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your chest.

What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press?

The Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press requires dumbbell. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Dumbbell Lying Hammer Press with proper form?

Start by lie flat on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing each other and arms extended straight up.. Lower the dumbbells to the sides of your chest, keeping your elbows at a 90-degree angle. Press the dumbbells back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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