There are several effective chest exercises. It is easy to get wrapped into learning and perfecting 20 different chest exercise variations to build the ultimate chest workout, but forget all that. The best way to build lean muscle and accelerate fat loss is to focus on getting stronger at the core movements.
Below are best chest exercises to build lean muscle:
Push-ups
Push-ups are a bodyweight exercise that effectively engage the chest muscles. They can be done anywhere, and you can modify the difficulty by adjusting hand placement or elevating your feet.
- If you are new to lifting, prioritize perfecting the push-up before moving into chest press movements.
- If you are experienced lifter, prioritize push-ups to help activate your chest before moving into chest press movements.
Watch video – How to do the perfect push-up
Dumbbell Bench Press
Similar to the barbell bench press, but performed with dumbbells instead. This exercise allows for a greater range of motion and can help address any muscle imbalances.
Watch Video – How to do the perfect Dumbbell Bench Press
Incline Dumbbell Bench Press
By adjusting the bench to an incline position, you shift the emphasis to the upper portion of the chest muscles.
Watch Video – How to do the perfect Incline Dumbbell Bench Press
Cable Flyes
Using a cable machine, you can perform chest flyes to isolate the chest muscles. This exercise involves bringing your arms together in a hugging motion against resistance. Use dumbbells if cables are unavailable.
Watch Video – How to do the perfect Cable Fly
Final Workout Tip:
Remember to continually monitor your progress – both strength and how your chest looks visually. As with the other best exercises to build lean muscle, you can start shifting prioritization to specific movements and angles as your chest starts to evolve.
