Decline Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
Learn how to do the Decline Chest Fly (Dumbbell) with proper form, setup, and execution.
This dumbbell movement primarily targets chest, including upper chest, lower chest.
How to Perform Decline Chest Fly (Dumbbell)
- 1
Grab a pair of dumbbells and lie back on a decline bench with your feet locked under the pads.
- 2
Hold the dumbbells above your chest with your arms extended and a slight bend in your elbows, palms facing each other.
- 3
Retract your shoulder blades, engage your abs, and take a breath.
- 4
Lower both dumbbells out to your sides in a wide arc until you feel a stretch in your chest.
- 5
Bring the dumbbells back together above your chest, squeezing your chest at the top and exhale.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Training Guidelines
The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.
| Goal | Sets | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strength | 3-5 | 4-6 | 2-3 min |
| Muscle Growth | 3-4 | 8-12 | 60-90 sec |
| Endurance | 2-3 | 15-20 | 30-60 sec |
| Beginner | 2-3 | 10-15 | 60-90 sec |
Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.