Platesmith
Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Decline Dumbbell Press, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Lower pectoralis major |
| Also | Triceps brachii, Anterior deltoid |
Setup
A 15-30 degree decline is plenty; secure the legs before taking heavy dumbbells.
How to do it well
- Set a slight decline and plant the feet
- Lower the dumbbells to the lower chest line
- Press up and slightly together
Common mistakes
- Flaring the elbows straight out
- Bouncing out of the bottom
Similar exercises
General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.