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Dumbbell Incline Palm in Press: Proper Form, Muscles Worked and Tips
Dumbbell Incline Palm in Press
The dumbbell incline palm-in press uses a neutral grip. It builds the upper chest with shoulder-friendly mechanics.
How to do it Lie on an incline bench holding dumbbells with palms facing each other. Push the dumbbells upward, stretching your arms without locking your elbows. Pause briefly at the top, maintaining scapular stability. Descend with control to the starting position.
Muscles worked Male Female
Pectoralis major clavicular head Pectoralis major sternal head Anterior deltoid Triceps brachii
Tips - Keep your palms facing each other throughout the press.
- Do not lock your elbows at the top.
- Lower the dumbbells controllably.
Frequently asked questions Dumbbell Incline Palm in Press: which muscles does it work? + Dumbbell Incline Palm in Press mainly works: Chest. It also involves: Pectoralis major clavicular head, Pectoralis major sternal head, Anterior deltoid, Triceps brachii.
What is Dumbbell Incline Palm in Press good for? +
The dumbbell incline palm-in press uses a neutral grip. It builds the upper chest with shoulder-friendly mechanics.
How do you do Dumbbell Incline Palm in Press with proper form? + - Keep your palms facing each other throughout the press. - Do not lock your elbows at the top. - Lower the dumbbells controllably.
VG Written by Antonio Vladimir García Álvarez Certified personal trainer with over 7 years of experience Vladimir brings training and technology together: besides coaching, he is a developer and marketer. He created EresFitness so anyone can learn to train with good form and clear guides, without the guesswork.