When Performing any pressing movements using dumbells, such as the flat dumbell press, it's best to take a semi supinated grip (palms facing in towards the body) instead of a pronated one (palms facing away from the body).
There are several advantages to this grip:
- A semi supinated grip places less stress through the should joint. i.e it's safe for the shoulder
- It allows for a greater stretch in the bottom position and greater range of motion
- It recruits a higher percentage of muscle fibers of the chest and studies have shown it to develop quicker strength gains than using a pronated grip.
When teaching clients any dumbell pressing movements I always teach them the benefits of a semi supinated grip. Although some are reluctant, within a week they can all see an improvement.
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