Dumbbells tilt inward on the press
Wrist and shoulder stability insufficient for the floor position.
Overactive muscles
Pec minorAnterior deltoid
Corrective work
Foam RollPectorals↗StretchDoorway pec stretch↗Push · Upper Body
DB Floor Press
Coaching cues
- Lie on the floor; dumbbells at chest; elbows resting on the floor
- Press to lockout; lower until elbows contact the floor
- Floor limits range — removes the bottom stretch
- Excellent for shoulder-friendly pressing and lockout strength
Common faults 2
Bouncing elbows off the floor
Momentum from the floor contact removes the pec's time under tension.
Overactive muscles
TricepsAnterior deltoid
Corrective work
Foam RollPectorals↗StretchDoorway pec stretch↗