Dumbbell Set | Dumbbell exercise chart. Fitness Equipment

Getting a strong and defined chest is one of the most desired traits among men who are lifting weights (other than a six pack) and most guys will tell you that bench presses are the way to go to achieve this, but I have found that if you combine bench presses with a dumbbell flys your results will not only be quicker, but also more impressive, bigger results.

You can do this exercise standing up, but I find that it is safer and more effective if you lay down on a weight bench.

Here are a couple of tips on how to do flat dumbbell flys correctly.

• Lay flat on a weight bench
• Choose moderate weight dumbbells – Remember form is more important than weight.
• Hold your arms directly above your chest with your elbows straight but not locked.
• Extend your arms out to the side with your elbows slightly bent.
• Tighten your abs and keep your lower back down.

When you are doing this exercise it is important to maintain control and good form. You will want to do a 2 count on the way down, a 4 count on the way up, and for best results hold your bottom position for one or two counts before you bring it back to the top.

As with any weight lifting exercise, be sure to vary what you are doing. You never want to work the same muscle groups two days in a row. This will help you avoid injury and achieve the best results in the least amount of time.

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