Which of the following resistance training exercises should a TSAC facilitator spot?

The dumbbell bench press is the exercise that should be spotted by a TSAC facilitator because it involves a potential risk of the weights falling or the lifter losing control during the lift, especially when using heavy dumbbells. Spotting during this exercise helps ensure safety, as the lifter is positioned on a bench with weights above their chest. It is crucial for the facilitator to be in a position to assist the lifter if they struggle to control the weights, preventing injury from dropped dumbbells or loss of balance.

In contrast, other exercises like the push press, bent-over row, and deadlift typically do not require a dedicated spotter in the same way. The push press involves movement that is more dynamic and often performed in a standing position, where the lifter can drop the weights safely to the ground if needed. Bent-over rows, while they do present some risk, are generally performed with less potential for catastrophic failure compared to the dumbbell bench press. Similarly, deadlifts focus on lifting from the ground, and lifters can set the bar down if they encounter difficulties, reducing the necessity for a spotter. Thus, the demand for spotting in the dumbbell bench press is greater due to the positions and dynamics involved with this exercise