Slowly lie back on the bench, bringing the dumbbells to the sides of your chest with your elbows at a 90-degree angle.
Push the dumbbells up using your chest muscles, keeping your palms facing each other, until your arms are fully extended above your chest.
Pause for a moment at the top of the movement, then slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the sides of your chest.
Repeat this movement for the desired number of repetitions, ensuring to keep your movements slow and controlled.
Pro Tip
**Grip and Elbow Alignment**: Hold the dumbbells with a firm grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. When lowering the dumbbells, your elbows should form a 90-degree angle. Avoid flaring your elbows out to the sides, which can strain your shoulder joints and reduce the effectiveness of the exercise. **Controlled Movement**: Lower the dumbbells slowly and in a controlled manner, then push them back up without locking out your elbows at the top of the movement. This maintains tension in your muscles and reduces the risk of injury. **Breathing Technique**: Breathe in as you lower the weights, and breathe out as you press them up.