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Dumbbell Incline Bench Press
Muscles involved
The dumbbell incline bench press builds the upper chest. It gives a deeper stretch than the barbell version.
How to do it
- Lie on your back on an incline bench with the dumbbells at shoulder height.
- Push the dumbbells upward using your chest as you exhale.
- Hold the top position with tension in your chest.
- Lower the dumbbells controllably to the starting position as you inhale.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your feet firmly planted on the floor for stability. - Lower the dumbbells until your elbows form 90 degrees. - Push the dumbbells in a slightly converging arc.
Difficulty
PrincipianteFrequently asked questions
Dumbbell Incline Bench Press: which muscles does it work?
Dumbbell Incline Bench Press mainly works: Chest. It also involves: Pectoralis major clavicular head, Anterior deltoid, Triceps brachii.
What is Dumbbell Incline Bench Press good for?
The dumbbell incline bench press builds the upper chest. It gives a deeper stretch than the barbell version.
How do you do Dumbbell Incline Bench Press with proper form?
- Keep your feet firmly planted on the floor for stability. - Lower the dumbbells until your elbows form 90 degrees. - Push the dumbbells in a slightly converging arc.
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