What it does: The dumbbell bench press is a compound exercise that builds strength and size in your pectoral (chest) muscles.

While lying on a bench adjusted to a 45-degree incline, grab two eight-to 15-pound dumbbells, and extend your arms directly over your chest (A). Lower the dumbbells until your upper arms are below ...

THERE ARE FEW physical attributes guys care about more than a strong chest. Bulging biceps and chiseled abs round out the remainder of the torso, sure—but as anyone who's seen a superhero movie can ...