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Decline Dumbbell Bench Press
Dumbbell · Horizontal Push · Compound
Lower ChestChest TricepsAnterior Deltoid Joint friendly
Default prescription & biomechanics
- Primary muscles
- Lower Chest, Chest
- Secondary muscles
- Triceps, Anterior Deltoid
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Movement pattern
- Horizontal Push (Push force)
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Working rep range
- 8-12 reps per set
- Between-set interval
- 90 seconds rest
- Intensity & MET
- Moderate (5.2 MET)
Step-by-step coaching cues
- Secure your shins under the decline bench pads on a slight 15 degree decline.
- Lower the dumbbells to the lower chest line with wrists neutral.
- Press straight up toward the ceiling and squeeze the pectorals at the top.
Joint & safety considerations
No specific joint contraindications are flagged for Decline Dumbbell Bench Press. Maintain controlled tempo across the full range of motion and stop the set if sharp joint pain occurs.
Biomechanical alternatives & swaps
Used by the in-app Swap sheet when your equipment is occupied or when adjusting exercise difficulty.
| Exercise | Relationship | Equipment |
|---|---|---|
| Chest-Biased Parallel Bar Dip | Bodyweight swap | Bodyweight |
| High-to-Low Cable Crossover | Cable swap | Cable |
| Anchored Resistance Band Chest Press | Bands swap | Bands |
| Assisted Chest Dip Kneeling | Machine swap | Machine |
| Barbell Decline Bench Press | Barbell swap | Barbell |
| Barbell Floor Press | Barbell swap | Barbell |
From the WorkoutCard biomechanical library (613 verified movements). For general strength and conditioning education, not medical or physiotherapy advice.