Dumbbells tilt and separate
Squeeze is lost; pec contraction drops significantly.
Overactive muscles
Anterior deltoidTriceps
Corrective work
Foam RollPectorals↗StretchDoorway pec stretch↗Push · Upper Body
DB Hex Press (Floor)
Coaching cues
- Lie on the floor; hold two hex dumbbells pressed flat together
- Squeeze the dumbbells into each other throughout
- Press to lockout; lower until triceps touch the floor
- Floor limits range — focus on squeeze and contraction
Common faults 2
Wrists collapse inward under the squeeze
Forearm flexors fatigue; compromises the press path.
Overactive muscles
Wrist flexors
Corrective work
StretchWrist extensor stretch↗