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Decline Dumbbell Fly

An isolation fly movement performed on a decline bench to emphasize the lower chest.

What this exercise works

Muscles
pectoralis major · anterior deltoid
Goals
hypertrophy
Equipment
Dumbbells
Category
Strength
Difficulty
intermediate

Demonstration

Decline Dumbbell Fly Step 1

Step 1

Decline Dumbbell Fly Step 2

Step 2

How to perform the movement

  1. Lie on a decline bench holding dumbbells above your chest.
  2. With a slight elbow bend, lower the dumbbells wide to each side.
  3. Squeeze the chest to bring them back up.
  4. Repeat.

Technique cues and common mistakes

  • Do not fully lock out the elbows.
  • Focus on the stretch at the bottom.

This is general movement information. It is not medical advice or an individual prescription.

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