The dumbbell bench press is a fundamental upper-body exercise targeting the chest, triceps, and shoulders. Using dumbbells allows for a greater range of motion and can help correct muscle imbalances.

1. Lie on a flat bench with a dumbbell in each hand, held at chest level with your palms facing forward.
2. Press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended.
3. Squeeze your chest muscles at the top of the movement.
4. Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.