Hex press

Dumbbells, flat bench

Also called dumbbell squeeze press, squeeze press

Hex press, start positionHex press, end position
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Lie on a flat bench and press two dumbbells together over the chest while squeezing them hard. Lower the weights to the chest with tension held.

  1. Squeeze the dumbbells together
  2. Keep the wrists stacked
  3. Lower to the chest with tension

Movement

Pattern
Horizontal push
Type
Compound, several joints move
Sides
Both sides together
Equipment
Bench, Dumbbells

Muscles worked

Main movers get full credit for a set, helpers half.

Upper body

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