Dumbbell Incline Squeeze Press Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Incline Squeeze Press
How to: Dumbbell Incline Squeeze Press
- Lie back on an incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Start with your arms extended above your chest, palms facing each other.
- Lower the dumbbells outward while maintaining tension on the chest.
- When you reach a comfortable stretch, squeeze the dumbbells together as you press them back up to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing elbows to flare out too much.
- Not controlling the weights during the movement.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to maintain proper form.
Tips
- Keep your elbows slightly bent throughout the movement.
- Focus on squeezing the dumbbells together at the top of the press.
Dumbbell Incline Squeeze Press Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
upper arms
dumbbell
press
alternating