For you who have just started out on bodybuilding and are wondering what techniques to use so as to develop that great chest and amazing pectorals here are a few suggestions that will definitely produce results. First up is the Dumbbell Bench Press. This is one of the most effective exercises that can be used to develop both the chest and pectoral areas with minimal risks of injury. Unlike the barbell bench press, this technique neither leads to shoulder pains nor does it risk rotator cuff injuries. The technique requires much more power to achieve as compared to the barbell method. This is because there is much more to do in terms of controlling and balancing the dumbbells. It is therefore fit for the new bodybuilder who needs to develop power in the chest area.

Next up is the incline dumbbell bench press. The results that can be achieved with this technique with regard to shape, size and strength are comparable with those for the first technique. The primary difference in both techniques is the fact that the benefits for this particular technique are concentrated in the upper pectoral area. The incline dumbbell technique does much more for your cheat as compared to the barbell. One needs to know what maximum weight he is comfortable with. With a disciplined regimen you ought to achieve impressive results.

The third technique worth a mention is the parallel bar dip. Parallel bar dips are excellent if you are in need of developing both shape and mass in the whole pectoral area. To do this exercise you need to firmly grip the handles of the parallel dip equipment holding and suspending your body between the handles. As the torso is held erect primary resistance is felt on the triceps.

The chest and pectoral areas are developed by repeating up and down motions relative the original suspended position. One should inhale and exhale for down and up movements respectively. One should also remember to lean forward continuously through the exercise. You can add resistance to the exercise by using a harness to hoist dumbbells or barbell plates from your waist.

Flat Bench Dumbbell Flys are used to develop massive, clear-cut and chiseled pectorals. The basic principle is that resistance is isolated as much as possible from the chest area all in a disciplined training regime. This particular technique requires that the bodybuilder be able to control the movement of the dumbbells over the chest area while keeping the shoulders and back flatly affixed to either an inclined or flat workout bench.

Use a suitable weight of dumbbell that will allow you to do 10-12 reps. Let the chest do the heavy work; don't use the bodyweight or the shoulders. The technique should be able to produce stunningly full and broad frontal appearances. The final type of exercise recommended for chest and pectoral development is the weighted pushup.

These are done from the basic pushup position. The bodybuilder assumes this position and then a barbell plate weighing 5-10 pounds is placed on the back so as to increase resistance to the chest. For maximum results one should always keep the head upright and the back straight as possible.