Dumbbells too high — presses to mid chest
Missing the decline arc; becoming a flat press.
Overactive muscles
Pec major (sternal)Anterior deltoid
Corrective work
Foam RollPectorals↗StretchDoorway pec stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Decline DB Press
Coaching cues
- Decline bench; dumbbells start at lower chest level
- Press to lockout with a slight arc inward
- Full stretch at the bottom — feel lower pec load
- Control the descent — don't let dumbbells drop
Common faults 2
Elbows flare
Anterior shoulder stress under the declined angle.
Overactive muscles
Anterior deltoidPec minor
Corrective work
Foam RollPectorals↗StretchDoorway pec stretch↗