Description

This workout focuses mainly on the pectoral and tricep muscle groups. If you are just starting out, begin with low weight dumbbells (10-20 lb) and work your way up if you need more of a challenge. All suggested weight values are given in total weight, i.e., 50 lb means two 25 lb dumbbells.

Exercise Routine

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Bench Press - Dumbbell, Flat

Sit on the edge of a flat bench with dumbbells on your knees. In one smooth motion, roll onto...

Routine:

Set 1 - 10 reps of 50 lbs.
Set 2 - 10 reps of 50 lbs.
Set 3 - 10 reps of 50 lbs.

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Bench Press - Inclined, Hammer Grip

Grab a dumbbell for each hand. Lay on the bench with the head, shoulders, and butt firmly on the ...

Routine:

Set 1 - 10 reps of 40 lbs.
Set 2 - 10 reps of 40 lbs.
Set 3 - 10 reps of 40 lbs.

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Flyes - Dumbbell, Declined

Using a decline bench, hold dumbbells together at arms' length above your shoulders, palms...

Routine:

Set 1 - 10 reps of 40 lbs.
Set 2 - 10 reps of 40 lbs.
Set 3 - 10 reps of 40 lbs.

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Tricep Press - Dumbbell, Seated

Sit on a bench with a straight back, feet flat on the floor, and back firmly against the bench...

Routine:

Set 1 - 10 reps of 45 lbs.
Set 2 - 10 reps of 45 lbs.
Set 3 - 10 reps of 45 lbs.

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Tricep Extension - Dumbbell, Lying, Supine

Like on your back on a flat bench with two dumbbells at arm's length above your shoulders. Lower ...

Routine:

Set 1 - 10 reps of 20 lbs.
Set 2 - 10 reps of 20 lbs.
Set 3 - 10 reps of 20 lbs.

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Tricep Kickbacks - Dumbbell

Stand to the right of a flat bench. Bend your left knee and rest it on the bench, and place your ...

Routine:

Set 1 - 10 reps of 15 lbs.
Set 2 - 10 reps of 15 lbs.
Set 3 - 10 reps of 15 lbs.