Dumbbell Incline Low Fly Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Anterior, Biceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Incline Dumbbell Fly
How to: Dumbbell Incline Low Fly
- Set an incline bench at a 30-45 degree angle.
- Lie back on the bench with a dumbbell in each hand, arms extended above your chest.
- Slowly lower the dumbbells out to the sides, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
- Lower until your elbows are at shoulder level, then lift back to the starting position using your chest muscles.
Common Mistakes
- Lifting weights too quickly or using momentum.
- Letting the elbows drop too low, which can strain the shoulder.
- Not controlling the weight on the way down.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights for beginners.
- Perform the exercise without weights for improved range of motion.
Tips
- Maintain a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement.
- Do not lift the dumbbells too high to avoid putting excess strain on your shoulders.
- Control the weight during both the upward and downward phases.
Dumbbell Incline Low Fly Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
dumbbell
fly
pectorals
upper body