Popsugar Fitness Workouts Arm and Abs Dumbbell Workout This Arms and Abs Workout Will Leave Your Upper Body Sore For Days March 27, 2025 by Brittany Hammond View On One Page Photo 1 of 8 ADVERTISEMENT () Start Slideshow Share This Link Copy ← Use Arrow Keys → 1 Dumbbell Bench Press The dumbbell bench press requires core activation to help you drive the arms above the head. Start laying on the floor or a bench with a dumbbell in each hand. With the elbows out at a 45-degree angle, press the arms above the head until the arms are straight above the head. Return to the starting position. Repeat for 10 reps. Previous Next Start Slideshow WorkoutsArm ExercisesAb Exercises