Dumbbell Incline Presses
Dumbbell Incline Presses
Instructions
- This movement is performed on a slightly inclined bench, roughly 30 degrees. Lie down on the bench, placing your feet flat on the ground.
- Be sure to keep your back flat against the bench. Grasp a dumbbell in each hand. Bring each dumbbell to shoulder height, keeping your palms facing forward and your elbows straight down.
- Simultaneously press the dumbbells up overhead, bringing them together at the top of the movement. Contract your pectorals.
- Hold or 1-2 seconds, then lower the weights back down to the starting position.
Tips
- Form is very important, keep your back from arching. Focus on the contraction and stretching phases of the movement.
| Primary muscles | Pectoralis major |
|---|---|
| Secondary muscles | Triceps Anterior delts |