Dumbbell Incline Bench Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Incline Dumbbell Press
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Dumbbell Incline Bench Press
- Set an incline bench to about 30 to 45 degrees.
- Sit on the bench with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Lift the dumbbells above your chest with your arms fully extended.
- Lower the dumbbells to your chest while inhaling.
- Press the dumbbells back up to the starting position as you exhale.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting weights too heavy, leading to improper form.
- Not bringing the weights down to the chest.
- Arching the back excessively during the lift.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights if you're a beginner.
- Perform with a neutral grip (palms facing each other) to reduce shoulder strain.
Tips
- Keep your back flat against the bench.
- Avoid lifting your feet off the ground for stability.
- Control the weights throughout the movement.
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Tags
chest
strength
dumbbell
pectoralis
triceps
shoulders
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