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Dumbbell Bench Press

Matt recommended the dumbbell bench press as another solid, simple move that's great for fat loss. You'll engage your core, back, shoulders, and arm muscles to get the most out of this muscle-building move.

  • Grab a set of dumbbells (4 or 5 kilograms is a great starting place), and sit on a flat workout bench.
  • With one dumbbell in each hand resting on your thighs, lie back onto the bench.
  • Hold the dumbbells above your chest, shoulder-width apart, creating a 90-degree angle between your upper arm and forearm. Palms should be facing forward.
  • Exhale, as you push the dumbbells up, fully extending your arms. Hold for one second.
  • Inhale, and lower the dumbbells to the sides of your chest with control.
  • This counts as one rep.
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Tamara Pridgett