Dumbbell Close Grip Press
Step by step
How to perform
- Then, using your thighs, raise the dumbbells one at a time until you are holding them in front of you at shoulder width.
- Once at shoulder width, rotate your wrists forward so that the palms of your hands are facing away from you, this is your starting position.
- Slowly lower the weights down to your chest while keeping the dumbbells close together.
- Push the dumbbells back up to the starting position using your chest muscles, ensuring to keep the weights together throughout the movement.
Overview
About this exercise
The Dumbbell Close Grip Press is an effective upper body exercise that primarily targets the triceps, but also engages the chest and shoulder muscles. It is suitable for both beginners and advanced fitness enthusiasts as it can be easily adjusted to match any fitness level. Individuals may want to incorporate this exercise into their routine to build muscle strength, enhance upper body definition, and improve overall fitness performance.
Coaching cues
Form tips
One common mistake is locking the elbows at the top of the movement. This can put unnecessary strain on the joints. Instead, keep a slight bend in your elbows even at the top of the lift.
Lower the weights slowly and in a controlled manner until they are near your chest. Don't let them drop quickly or bounce off your chest, as this can lead to injury. The lowering phase of the exercise is just as important as the lifting phase for building strength.
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