Can You Build a Chest With Only Dumbbells (5 Exercise Workout)

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  • čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
  • You asked for it a chest only dumbbell workout. Today we are doing a 5 exercise chest only dumbbell workout. I want you to pick 4 of the exercises in this chest workout or heck do all 5 if you feel a little crazy. This dumbbell only chest workout is great for anyone at home or in the gym. I know you will feel a crazy burn. Let me know how much you liked this dumbbell only chest workout.
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Komentáře • 346

  • @mountaindog1
    @mountaindog1  Před 4 lety +50

    For the rest of the dumbbell only workouts: czcams.com/play/PLNAUreWTt_ShVm7RLV1QRMTGRJzuv_rWV.html

    • @andrewhernandez1303
      @andrewhernandez1303 Před 4 lety

      Thanks! Just did these and felt great!

    • @siyesheng6202
      @siyesheng6202 Před 4 lety

      The series is 👏 🙀

    • @davidsepulveda8794
      @davidsepulveda8794 Před 4 lety

      I can’t wait to give these a try.

    • @abeabeification
      @abeabeification Před 4 lety

      These are great, I work out at home and love my dumbbells, thank you!

    • @user-wq5og2nw7g
      @user-wq5og2nw7g Před 4 lety

      Great content as always! If Alex can slow mo his yo-yo tricks that would be even better!! Leicester, England.

  • @lukedocherty2855
    @lukedocherty2855 Před 4 lety +343

    Those yo yoing skills are on another level

  • @miguelangelcoello550
    @miguelangelcoello550 Před 3 lety +145

    Workout:
    1) Floor Press- 3 x 8 reps
    2) Dumbell Smash Press 3 x 8-10 reps
    3) Pullover 3 x 10-12
    4) Floor Fly 3 x 15
    5) Push-up 1 or 2 sets to failure

    • @lots3799
      @lots3799 Před 3 lety +8

      Thanks Miguel,I wrote these in my log book!

    • @Nonakame
      @Nonakame Před rokem +3

      Thanks! Cut and pasted to notes. Really like this workout.

    • @dpr5189
      @dpr5189 Před 8 měsíci +2

      Thanks Miguel

  • @garybarnes2017
    @garybarnes2017 Před 2 lety +57

    John is already missed immensely.His unrivalled information will live on forever 💪

  • @st0rm199
    @st0rm199 Před 4 lety +157

    Most underrated channel

  • @jdmorgan5762
    @jdmorgan5762 Před rokem +25

    I really appreciate John for all these instructional videos he did. He may be gone but these videos will keep his legacy going.

  • @t-birdmr.t7980
    @t-birdmr.t7980 Před rokem +11

    Came for the yoyo tricks, stayed for the workout

  • @taylorfrisch
    @taylorfrisch Před 3 lety +34

    Love that you threw your son a plug in there. Great dad.

  • @arclyte1859
    @arclyte1859 Před 4 lety +105

    I haven’t benched in almost 8 years- ever since a terrible injury while benching. Been doing floor DB presses ever since. Though I get a lot of sideways glances at the gym from people who don’t seem to understand their benefits. I find it forces you not to overextend yourself and is better on the joints, tendons, and ligaments.

    • @ladev91
      @ladev91 Před 4 lety +12

      absolutely. Much harder to get injured using dumbbells.

    • @solar9873
      @solar9873 Před 4 lety +4

      I barely get activation from floor dB press but my brother on the other hand does maybe I’m doing em wrong

    • @ladev91
      @ladev91 Před 4 lety +2

      @@solar9873 try taking your triceps out of it

    • @solar9873
      @solar9873 Před 4 lety +2

      @@ladev91 ill try it out for my workout today

    • @ladev91
      @ladev91 Před 4 lety +2

      @@solar9873 yeah, your triceps are probably taking over while doing it. Put all your focus on your chest and pushing only with chest. Same when your doing back. You wanna try to remove your biceps from the equation when doing back.

  • @KenpachiZarakiX
    @KenpachiZarakiX Před 4 lety +76

    Someone needs to make a compilation of John meadows saying "Alright hi everybody John meadows here!"

  • @TheMassdaddy
    @TheMassdaddy Před 2 lety +7

    Man I miss John. ☹️

  • @travissandersasbuttshitjac1458

    Makes me glad to know that the same chest dumbbell exercises I've been doing a Pro recommends as well

  • @Si-ih4bo
    @Si-ih4bo Před 4 lety +23

    Just imagine having John as your coach , his knowledge is unreal , his form is always spot on , the best I've seen from any body builder , and above all they way he presents himself , chilled , calm , and generally just a lovely guy 👍 would love to hit the gym for a workout with this man 👏👏

  • @wilfordbrimley6938
    @wilfordbrimley6938 Před 4 lety +20

    Alot of things I've incorporated from John like cluster sets, partials and/or holds when you already feel dead, and various other self torture tips scare me, but "Around the world" indoors is the scariest thing I've seen here 😨

  • @TDImervmac
    @TDImervmac Před 4 lety +6

    I love using dumbbells on chest day along with push ups that is all I need right now until the gym opens again.

  • @Murczinks
    @Murczinks Před 3 lety +16

    1) Floor Press- 3 x 8 reps
    2) Dumbell Smash Press 3 x 8-10 reps
    3) Pullover 3 x 10-12
    4) Floor Fly 3 x 15
    5) Push-up 1 or 2 sets to failure

  • @lots3799
    @lots3799 Před 3 lety +4

    Wow! Glad you mention that about the chest flys. I stop doing those on my incline bench whether straight or incline. I'll stick with the floor. Those were killing my shoulders. We used to call them hugging a tree. I never liked those. Thought it was just me. Thanks!!

  • @edl5994
    @edl5994 Před 4 lety +12

    Thank you for this series of dumbbell exercises. Bicep, tricep, shoulder, back and now chest.
    This is fantastic. I can do these at home. Not to difficult for a repeat beginner old guy.

  • @jaskajokunen1305
    @jaskajokunen1305 Před 3 lety +3

    I'm so glad that I found this channel. I started to work out again, at home of course due to the pandemic, I got minimal equipment and not a lot of money. So... I can't really afford to get myself a fully working home gym. You can only imagine how happy I was someone showing me these exercises. Thank you so much for these videos.

  • @PlutoMagnus
    @PlutoMagnus Před 3 lety +6

    Great exercises!! I have a few aches and pains ( I’m sure we all do) and I just appreciate how injury conscious Sir. John Meadows is.

  • @adityaabraham4896
    @adityaabraham4896 Před 4 lety +9

    Yes John, yes! DB Leg workout next, please! People say Bulgarian Split squats and lunges and whatnot should be enough but I'd really like to see the way Mountain Dog does it!

    • @indianfox1
      @indianfox1 Před 4 lety +1

      I do miss barbell squats with not going to the gym these days but I do have a good set of adjustable dumbells with a set of resistance bands. BSS are one of the best exercises for isolating the quads but I would love one or two more leg burning quad dominating exercises to add to my workouts.

    • @hellguard2002
      @hellguard2002 Před 4 lety

      Stationary dumbell lunges give my quads the burn of their life

    • @Caller8194
      @Caller8194 Před 4 lety

      Bader Al-Ahmad yeh did a burner set of 120 body weight lunges today and can no longer walk

    • @barry7100
      @barry7100 Před 4 lety +1

      DB deadlift , goblet squats , lying hamstring curl , glute raises , calf raises , good mornings , sumo squat , lunges forward / backward , kettlebell swing , ........

    • @hellguard2002
      @hellguard2002 Před 4 lety +1

      Freddie Lewin 120? My legs start are on fire after 15 slow and controlled reps

  • @futbot6677
    @futbot6677 Před 3 lety +1

    Every day i learn. Thanks ❤️❤️❤️

  • @mattraymond2807
    @mattraymond2807 Před 4 lety +8

    Tomorrow is chest day, definitely gonna try these out. Keep up the great content.

  • @johnpv6498
    @johnpv6498 Před 4 lety +6

    Great work my man as always.
    This is basically my home chest workout routine, minus the Pullovers which I've never been a big fan of.
    I absolutely love Hex pressing especially on an Incline. I agree with you on the flys too. You did the floor flys 100% correctly. I feel that dumbbell flys are in the top 5 of the most botched gym exercises. Keeping constant tension with a good contractional squeeze is key.
    I have no idea why people feel the need to touch the dumbbells together.

  • @paulroberts826
    @paulroberts826 Před 4 lety +2

    John’s dumbbell only workouts are a veritable goldmine. Absolutely awesome. Gyms are still not open in my state. These workouts have been a lifesaver! Thanks for all the incredible content John. No one can compare to you, seriously!

  • @8981USMC
    @8981USMC Před 4 lety +8

    Very nice on the YoYo. In the age of video games, this is a lost art. Well done.

  • @rxw5520
    @rxw5520 Před 6 měsíci

    0:41 the exact exercise my PT (who’s a lifter) suggested for shoulder protection, even down to the wrist angle. For even more shoulder protection, you can put elbows down to 45 degrees. Thought it’s worth mentioning. The reasoning is that the deep portion of this lift is when the biceps tendon at the shoulder is stretched under the most tension, and at greatest risk of strain. Floor prevents you from going deep.

  • @Thevoddica
    @Thevoddica Před 4 lety +11

    When he says alright, hi everybody while he's wearing the shirt, is a trip

  • @Shadowchaos800
    @Shadowchaos800 Před 4 lety +4

    You need more recognition! I love your videos, I always watch Athlean-x, Ryan Huminston, Jeff Nippard and Simeon Panda

  • @a-bar-b5196
    @a-bar-b5196 Před 2 měsíci

    Godspeed John ! Wish I could have lifted with you ! Great videos! 🙏🙏

  • @keithguillory148
    @keithguillory148 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks John! Like these ! I’m 65 and I don’t like the stress on my elbows and shoulders! I like to do a lot of reps!

  • @mattdawg83686
    @mattdawg83686 Před 4 lety +6

    The chest press with the dumbbells together is an awesome addition to my workout, and really targets my inner chest. I did them last Sunday, and the soreness is almost gone.

  • @richardmann4006
    @richardmann4006 Před 4 lety +1

    I get more chest activation from dumbbells because I tend to be more of a tricep bencher on a barbell. The dumbbells allow me to come across the plane and get a good squeeze. And like John said, I can position my hands at that 45* angle and hit the chest more.

  • @jbogert100
    @jbogert100 Před rokem

    Nicely built, well packaged, great function.

  • @jtrain3113
    @jtrain3113 Před 3 lety +2

    This video is so helpful John and team. I really needed this knowledge your the man!!! ......🇦🇺

  • @hobofab
    @hobofab Před 5 měsíci

    This is perfect! Exactly what I was looking for!

  • @guybrooks3480
    @guybrooks3480 Před 8 měsíci

    Definitely my go-to ,for inspiration ,and something... unorthodox RIP Brother ❤🙏🙏💪

  • @shasaeed4176
    @shasaeed4176 Před 4 lety +34

    Does anyone else come home and say “Alright hi everybody” or is it just me 🤔😂

  • @bigcat100and2
    @bigcat100and2 Před rokem

    hes right about the dumbbell chest flies. I was using too much weight and doing shaddy form and got my first rotator cuff inury at 16. made me realise how much i took working out for granted. still healing.

  • @liefacts3000
    @liefacts3000 Před 3 lety

    I just type in a muscle, and a equipment type and John always comes up. Thanks John.

  • @AsdAsd-nl6xg
    @AsdAsd-nl6xg Před rokem

    Miss you MountainDog. Thank you for everything you've taught us, and I'll be passing this down to my son.

  • @M7mdx3zz
    @M7mdx3zz Před 3 lety +1

    THANK YOU

  • @mnjnajjar
    @mnjnajjar Před rokem

    We miss you John
    Will always be the best online coach 🙏

  • @andrewhogan7084
    @andrewhogan7084 Před 4 lety +3

    Another timely effort john . My chest thanks you brother. Just what I needed . Greetings too from Melbourne Australia where we are in stage 4 lockdown!

  • @italianincolumbus9538
    @italianincolumbus9538 Před 3 lety

    Hi, Mr. Meadows, it's Steve in Upper Arlington, age 67. I've watched many of your videos and applaud your no-nonsense, old-school methods. I'm a latecomer to the gym who wants to eventually compete in Masters Physique, so it's a waste of time to wade through all these newfangled techniques promulgated by Millennials who have been training a couple years. I hope I have the good fortune of meeting you one day.

  • @crustythewanksock2413
    @crustythewanksock2413 Před 4 lety +5

    Great video. You’ve inspired me to get off my arse and start training again! 🙌🤪

  • @ynots0625
    @ynots0625 Před 4 lety +1

    Props to Brett for hangin with John every damn time! Hobo ex banker for the win! 💪🏾

  • @josh14101
    @josh14101 Před 3 lety

    John Meadows = A wealth of bodybuilding knowledge.
    I always learn something from your videos. Thank you mate!

  • @jacobbierstedt4470
    @jacobbierstedt4470 Před 4 lety

    These dumbbell only workouts are amazing, they don't take too long and they work!

  • @USSHammerology
    @USSHammerology Před rokem

    I'll pick 1-4-5 after incline press. Thank you.

  • @tonynorris1506
    @tonynorris1506 Před rokem +1

    Mountain Dog is like the Bob Ross of Body training...
    Good guy, I see why so many miss him.

  • @bigdog3495
    @bigdog3495 Před 4 lety +1

    The hardest part of doing dumbell floor exercises is getting in position with the dumbells. I built a couple box stands to hold the heavier dumbells so I dont have to strain my delts getting into position.

  • @julianharrison8878
    @julianharrison8878 Před 3 lety

    Hi John in lockdown again over here and the dumbbell only workouts are a lifesaver.Just finished the chest workout in our lounge before the family stirs and that flat dumbbell fly is a knockout. So thanks again John for providing such great home exercises. Best wishes Jim Harrison. Cheshire UK.

  • @1989redline
    @1989redline Před 4 lety +1

    I've been waiting for this one! Only legs to go!!!!! Bring it on. Thank you also for this!

  • @dh1realgaming795
    @dh1realgaming795 Před 4 lety +9

    These guys: Tired after 30 pushups
    Military guy: Never wants to do a pushup again after doing 1 million in a year lol
    Love your videos man you've shown me a lot that I can do at home with my weights with no access to a gym. Keep up the good work!

  • @jamiehay1027
    @jamiehay1027 Před 4 lety +4

    Was just away to do my home chest workout. I’m gonna try this workout to switch things up!

  • @DanTDrac
    @DanTDrac Před rokem

    Numerous injuries prevent me from using a bench. These routines are perfect

  • @satishkumardandumenu8488

    RIP john.. you are a good man

  • @uno3863
    @uno3863 Před 4 lety +4

    That shirt is 🔥🔥Mr Jedi, junior got them skillz on the yo and great tips as always 👍

  • @averageoutdoorsman9342
    @averageoutdoorsman9342 Před 11 měsíci

    On the floor presses when you have the dumbells touching, roll your fists inwards so that the "punching surface" of your fists are facing each other. The squeeze will be different and more intense.

  • @leemason666
    @leemason666 Před 4 lety +1

    Great workout John. This is perfect for me as I don’t have a bench at home. Thank you so much 👍🏻

  • @rhakeshg9406
    @rhakeshg9406 Před 4 lety

    Those dumbell pullovers absolutely killed my chest. Thanks john

  • @LeoOnealProductions
    @LeoOnealProductions Před 4 lety +1

    That's great workout! Thank you

  • @jeffP777
    @jeffP777 Před 4 lety +1

    ❤️ awesome thank you

  • @stu77t68
    @stu77t68 Před 3 lety +1

    Your the man 👍🏻 🇬🇧 great video

  • @RDS_Armwrestling
    @RDS_Armwrestling Před 4 lety

    Also a great dumbbell move for a great pump for the upper and inner chest is a straight arm front raise but lifting the weight up diagonally across the body so the dumbbell is at the opposite shoulder height, a "cross-body front raise" it's great to do after your heavier benching to get a really nice pump and burn in the upper and inner chest

  • @e5toro7008
    @e5toro7008 Před rokem +1

    Thanks John! Hit chest today.
    Your presence is missed, but your vast knowledge and kindness will be remembered forever.
    p.s.
    Your son is a chip of the ol' block. He's a good seed. Although I'm certain he misses you immensely, I guarantee he carries you with him every step of the way.

  • @danpisula3531
    @danpisula3531 Před 4 lety

    Loved the advice on flies I always went to far on the stretch part of the exercise and brought the dumbbells together at the top the exercise. Thanks for the great information.

  • @RRSmurf
    @RRSmurf Před 3 lety

    "roll out, as the transformers would say"
    My gosh, he's a geek 😁
    As a 42 year old getting back into weightlifting after a couple years, just about everything he says firstly makes sense, and then in practice absolutely feels correct. Both in hitting the target areas and also minimizing potential injury again.
    Thanks!

  • @TheILV17
    @TheILV17 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for so much knowledge. You are awesome John. God Bless You.

  • @SINcityBigLOU
    @SINcityBigLOU Před 4 lety +1

    Coming from the man himself! Thank you for this video I’m working on this outside the house while watching CZcams on my phone! Gains baby, 108* degrees in Las Vegas get some!

  • @steffenfischer1673
    @steffenfischer1673 Před 4 lety

    Great Guy !!!!

  • @launchpadmcquack2210
    @launchpadmcquack2210 Před 3 lety +2

    6:02 "roll out as the transformers would say" lol didn't expect that

  • @user-cm6de7oj5z
    @user-cm6de7oj5z Před 4 lety

    Nice, I finally was able to grab some more dumbbells (been sold out for months). Perfect timing John! Thanks as always.

  • @dt2243
    @dt2243 Před 4 lety

    Cant wait to try

  • @erictorres9906
    @erictorres9906 Před 10 měsíci +1

    that yo yo trick was rad

  • @emlo9103
    @emlo9103 Před rokem

    awesome yo yo moves bro keep at it

  • @Metrx01
    @Metrx01 Před 4 lety +2

    Amazing workouts, just wondering do you have some tips for a dumbell only leg workout? are you planning on doing a video on this? would be great!

    • @mountaindog1
      @mountaindog1  Před 4 lety +1

      Coming soon!

    • @Metrx01
      @Metrx01 Před 4 lety +1

      @@mountaindog1 thank you! thats great news, me and my dad are looking forward to it

  • @devildogg061
    @devildogg061 Před 26 dny

    RIP Brother! You are truly missed!

  • @luisacarneiro9367
    @luisacarneiro9367 Před 4 lety +3

    Awesome ideas for chest day. Am I the only one that hits the “like” button as soon as the video starts ?

  • @busteraaron
    @busteraaron Před 4 lety

    John been working out in the garden with dumbbells since lockdown, currently running this for push, I wonder if you have the time to critique my exercise selection?
    Small incline dB press
    Incline neutral grip press
    Lat raise
    Rear delt fly
    Dips
    Decline push ups
    Thanks for all you do 👍👍

  • @MrJocky82
    @MrJocky82 Před 2 lety

    Boom! What a guy John was.
    Amazing and much appreciated content💙

  • @DadBodFitness
    @DadBodFitness Před 3 lety

    Great video John thanks for the options. I train solely from home just because I don't have a lot of time to go to a gym...I don't have one near me at all. I love our in the sticks lol. I appreciate this because I just found that my heavy dumbbells are starting to break where the handle meets the heads and I don't want to throw those over my body when they could break. These look like some great options where I can still get good overload even with lighter weights. Thanks!

  • @saju212ali6
    @saju212ali6 Před 4 lety

    This workout was killer thanks John I really appreciate it. If you can could you make an ab routine for home thanks.

  • @nathanbeckett7504
    @nathanbeckett7504 Před 3 lety

    These videos are great John! You’re a good guy and it shows.

  • @grnmchn4183
    @grnmchn4183 Před 6 měsíci

    Great info Mountain Dog! RIP John

  • @MyqOMatic
    @MyqOMatic Před 4 lety

    Awesome video and info. I love doing dumbbell only chest workouts. I do add bands and chains though.

  • @frankcalderon4710
    @frankcalderon4710 Před 2 lety

    Ty sir.

  • @georgeorwell4931
    @georgeorwell4931 Před 4 lety

    Safer techniques to use in the gym! Nice videos.

  • @cedricklankstonsr3455
    @cedricklankstonsr3455 Před 4 lety

    Great video

  • @robertd.929
    @robertd.929 Před 3 lety

    "Alright Hi everybody John Meadows here"
    Always put a smile on my face!

  • @spencerthu2956
    @spencerthu2956 Před 3 měsíci

    I hope so because it's all I have and all I can afford!! He is right about the dumbelk flys ,it does hurt I thought it was just me. I don't lower the dumbbells as far anymore.I'll say this I literally only have those colored dumbbells,3 bands with handles and some ankle weights. Years ago at my parents house we had everything! If my dad seen something on TV he bought it and had some of his older 70s type gadgets and 2 nautical machines a row machine , 2 exercise bikes and a tread mill. I did get in the best shape of my life on that equipment but using just the dumbbells and couple other things feels different but better! I have to stabilize the dumbbells compared to using my dad's equipment. I hope I can pull it off.

  • @nilo7727
    @nilo7727 Před 4 lety

    Another great dumbbell workout from M Dog!!🙏😎

  • @thenotoriousfergus2224

    thank you so much for this video !!! you are the best

  • @pierrecohenmusic
    @pierrecohenmusic Před 4 lety

    I feel a better contraction with dumbbell flies with a slightly pronated grip as apposed to a neutral grip. It feels way better on my shoulders too.

  • @timjrvine
    @timjrvine Před 4 lety

    I love the yoyo tricks mid video.

  • @poisonvenom7044
    @poisonvenom7044 Před 4 lety

    What John can do with dumbbells? Well he can do everything... 😉 I tried this dumbbells workouts and in my opinion they are great, I feel nice pump and I feel it works. That yo yo tricks looks like CGI effects... Kid has skills. Thumb up for both of you.

  • @Rhowski
    @Rhowski Před 4 lety

    Thank you so much for the dumbbells only work out series. That's the only equipment I have and I couldn't afford go to the gym even before the pandemic 😅

  • @andythousand345
    @andythousand345 Před 4 lety

    Excellent exercises and Yo-Yo tricks.

  • @sqd8r
    @sqd8r Před 4 lety

    Just added these to my workout, thank you guys.