The french press exercise targets the under arm and strengthens the triceps, shoulders and core. Here's how to do the french press for a tricep workout.

The french press exercise targets the under arm and strengthens the triceps, shoulders and core. Here's how to do the french press for a tricep workout.

So when we saw a video posted to Instagram by chiropractor Dr Suzi Schulman, whose overlaid text claimed a hand exercise was a “key dementia prevention hack,” I was intrigued.

What muscles do bench pressing work? What about incline bench press? Done properly, the exercise works several muscle groups, but its primary target is the pectoralis major, often called pecs.

Modify Depending on the injury, a hand therapist could suggest modifications to your exercise — again, this will really depend on the personalized advice of your doctor or medical expert.

Alex Dages was born without a fully-formed right hand. It doesn't slow him down, and the hook -- which he's used for years -- helps him handle heavy weights and pull up his body with power.