Some minimalist exercise programs instruct you to perform only one pressing movement.. usually the bench press.
During pressing exercises, you push weight away from your upper body. Picture the four main pressing movements — dips, bench presses, pushups, and overhead presses — and you’ll see that in each, your hands move away from your torso.
Let's look at the benefits and drawbacks of each of these exercises. When you’re finished this article, you should have a basic understanding of how each exercise affects your body, and why you should choose one (or more) of these moves to reach your goals.
