We don’t want to come over all fitness hipster here, but frankly, the barbell bench press isn’t the be-all and end-all of chest exercises. Sure, it’s a great strength-building compound move for the ...

Should you do the dumbbell press on a flat bench or an incline bench? I prefer the positioning of an incline dumbbell press, but there are benefits to both and different targeted muscle activation. I ...

Both incline and flat bench chest presses can help build chest muscles but in slightly different ways. For best results, consider incorporating both types into your routine. Whether you’re swimming, ...

The bench press is a classic exercise, as it targets numerous upper-body muscles simultaneously. As a personal trainer, I include the bench press in nearly every client’s program, and I consistently ...

Dwayne Johnson, a.k.a. The Rock, frequently shares insights into his intense six-day-a-week training plan, and has posted several clips from his workouts he uses to sculpt his massive chest, from ...

The chest press is one of the greatest strength exercises of all time. Walk into any gym, or box, and you’re guaranteed to see at least one person led underneath the barbell (or with a pair of ...

Whether you splurge for an eucalyptus towel-laden Equinox membership or are lucky enough to work out for free at the community center, every gym on the planet has two things in common: (1) The only ...

Everyone loves the bench press. Most people start their fitness journey on a bench-press device and find the benefits of a bigger chest, shoulders and arms exactly what they were looking for.

The dumbbell bench press is one of the best exercises if you want bigger pecs. Unlike the barbell bench press, using a pair of dumbbells gives you a couple of advantages: greater range of motion and ...