Dumbbell Incline Hammer Press on Exercise Ball Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Biceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Biceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Incline Hammer Press on Exercise Ball
How to: Dumbbell Incline Hammer Press on Exercise Ball
- Sit on an exercise ball with your feet shoulder-width apart and firmly planted on the ground.
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing each other.
- Engage your core and press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended.
- Slowly lower the dumbbells back down to shoulder level, maintaining control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back excessively during the press.
- Not using full range of motion while pressing.
- Letting the elbows flare out too much.
Modifications
- Use lighter dumbbells to start if you're unsure about your strength.
- Perform the exercise without the ball on a stable bench for additional support.
Tips
- Keep your back straight while performing the press.
- Engage your core for stability on the exercise ball.
- Control the weights and avoid dropping them quickly.
Tags
upper arms
dumbbell
strength
fitness
press
exercise ball