Dumbbell Incline Close grip Press Variation Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Press
How to: Dumbbell Incline Close grip Press Variation
- Lie back on an incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Start with your arms fully extended above your chest, palms facing each other.
- Lower the dumbbells slowly, bending your elbows, keeping them close to your body.
- Press the weights back up to the starting position, engaging your triceps.
Common Mistakes
- Not keeping the elbows tucked in, which can put strain on the shoulder.
- Using too much weight, leading to poor form.
- Arching the back excessively during the lift.
Modifications
- Use lighter dumbbells to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise on a more stable surface if balance is an issue.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body to emphasize triceps engagement.
- Use a controlled motion to avoid injury and maximize muscle activation.
- Breathe out while pushing up and inhale as you lower the weights.
Dumbbell Incline Close grip Press Variation Alternatives
Tags
upper arms
strength
triceps
chest
dumbbell
intermediate