Target Muscle

    Chest

    Equipment

    Dumbbell

    Difficulty

    Intermediate

    Category

    Strength

    Dumbbell Single Arm Bench Fly

    The dumbbell one arm bench fly is a unilateral chest exercise that targets the pectoral muscles and also engages the shoulders. It requires balance and control to stabilize the weight with one arm while lying on a bench.

    Also Works

    Shoulders

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Sit on a flat bench with a dumbbell in one hand, resting it on top of your thigh.

    2. 2

      Lie back on the bench, keeping the dumbbell pressed against your thigh.

    3. 3

      Using your free hand, help lift the dumbbell up to the starting position.

    4. 4

      Hold the dumbbell directly above your shoulder with your arm extended and palm facing inward.

    5. 5

      Lower the dumbbell out to the side in a wide arc, keeping a slight bend in your elbow.

    6. 6

      Pause when your arm is parallel to the ground, then reverse the movement and bring the dumbbell back to the starting position.

    7. 7

      Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms and repeat.

    Pro Tips

    • Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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