Dumbbell Floor Press

Set-up

• Lie on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat, a dumbbell in each hand.
• Rest your upper arms on the floor with the dumbbells above your elbows.

How to do it

1. Press the dumbbells up until your arms are straight over your chest.
2. Lower them under control until your upper arms touch the floor lightly.
3. Pause briefly, then press again.

Coaching cues

• Let your arms settle on the floor without bouncing.
• Keep your elbows at about 45° to your body.

Common mistakes

• Slamming the elbows into the floor.
• Letting the dumbbells drift apart over your face.

Safety

• To get into position, sit with the dumbbells on your thighs and roll back with them close to your chest.