Dumbbell bench press

Muscles worked

Main: Chest · Also: Triceps, Shoulders

Measured in reps.

Lie on a bench with feet flat on the floor and a dumbbell in each hand at chest level.
Press the weights up until your arms are straight over your chest.
Lower slowly until the weights are level with your chest, elbows about 45 degrees from your body.

Tip: Keep your shoulder blades pulled back and down against the bench.

You have a current problem with your shoulders. This exercise puts load through it.
Done lying on your back. This is not recommended during pregnancy for some of these, so check with your midwife or doctor.

General guidance only, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts, and get advice from a doctor or qualified professional if pain continues.