Dumbbell exercise

Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell) form, muscles worked, and workout tracking

The dumbbell incline bench press targets the upper portion of the pectoralis major and the anterior deltoids. By using dumbbells instead of a barbell, this movement allows for a greater range of motion and helps identify or correct muscular imbalances between the left and right sides of the body.

Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell) illustration

How to do Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)

  1. 1Set an adjustable bench to a 30-45 degree incline and sit back with a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder level.
  2. 2Plant your feet firmly on the floor and retract your shoulder blades against the bench.
  3. 3Inhale as you press the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended, keeping your wrists neutral.
  4. 4Exhale as you lower the weights with control until they are level with your upper chest.
  5. 5Maintain a slow, steady tempo throughout the set to maximize muscle engagement.

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