Is dumbell flat bench superior to barbell flat bench for hypertrophy?

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>>42218310
I like to think so.

>>42218310
For chest hypertrophy, yes. Incline being even more superior in terms of full (upper/lower) pec development.

>>42218310
Why not both?

>>42218421
You could, but i think fatigue would become an issue, however you could switch it for each chest session or so.

>>42218432
I don't think it's that big of a problem.
I am doing both exercises at least twice a week with 3-4 sets.
It also depends on how much volume you want to do and your routine.

you need both.

bench press will build mass + strength

dumbbell bench is good for symmetry, and building stabilizers in the shoulders.

>>42218443
Based answer.

I have really good progression with focusing on strength on the barbell, e.g. 5x5 or 5x3 depending on the mood with additional dumbbell isolation 3x8-12.

My shoulder joints thank me for that.

>>42218436
Could be right, mine is just from my personal experience, i used to to do both as well but i ended up having to ditch one since my lifts weren't going anywhere.
My conditions were good diet and a strong caffeine intake before workout - But dumbbell press and incline press seems much better for me atleast.

>>42218482
> Could be right, mine is just from my personal experience, i used to to do both as well but i ended up having to ditch one since my lifts weren't going anywhere.
Interesting, and to be honest with you I currently face no progression aswell.
But I think its because of cutting and because my lifts are somewhat advanced.

Currently flat-barbell benching 290lbs (~130kg) for 5 reps at 190lbs (~86kg) bodyweight.
My one rep max is around 330lbs (150kg).

Maybe after I cutted I will take your approach and lower the volume and focus more on flatbenching to get my lifts a bit more up.