Dumbbell Flys Tips

The goal of this exercise is to minimize shoulder and bicep recruitment and maximize pec involvement. To do this, it is necessary on the concentric portion (when contracting) to straighten the arm once you have passed the half way point. The stretch happens with slightly bent elbows for safety and increased stretch on the pec. As you ascend to the top of the movement, gradually straighten your arms and contract the chest maximally without allowing the dumbbell to pass inside the shoulder joint. Passing this point with essentially cease and tension in the pec muscles.