Should you do the dumbbell press on a flat bench or an incline bench? I prefer the positioning of an incline dumbbell press, but there are benefits to both and different targeted muscle activation. I ...

A slight progression on the normal (flat-bench) chest press, some consider its cousin, the incline bench press to be just a little tougher. Rather than working your entire pectorals evenly, the ...

Interest in bodybuilding has skyrocketed since the pandemic began. Searches for "bodybuilding" or "weightlifting" apps have grown by over 190% year over year, according to Google Trends data. Among ...

Your upper body plays a major role when you push or throw things. That's why you need to keep it strong by performing the right exercise. While there are many chest exercises, pick the incline ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. First, let’s consider ...

Why it matters: The bench press is a gold-standard upper-body lift that works your chest, shoulders, triceps, and stabilizers, making it a staple for strength and muscle growth. Form is everything: ...