INCLINE DUMBBELL BENCH PRESS
Incline dumbbell bench press
Difficulty level: Advanced
Equipment: Bench ยท Dumbbells
Muscles involved: Chest ยท Triceps ยท Delts
Focus: Strength
Steps
STEP 1
Set an adjustable bench to an incline of 30-45 degrees. Lie on your back on the bench and hold a pair of dumbbells directly above your shoulders with your arms fully extended.
STEP 2
Pull your shoulder blades together, and slightly stick out your chest. Lower both dumbbells to the sides of your chest. Pause, and then press the dumbbells back to the starting position.
Tips
Do not hyperextend the neck. Maintain a neutral long spine.
Keep the elbows close to your sides throughout the exercise.
Lower the dumbbells all the way until they are level with your chest
Difficulty level: Advanced
Equipment: Bench ยท Dumbbells
Muscles involved: Chest ยท Triceps ยท Delts
Focus: Strength
Steps
STEP 1
Set an adjustable bench to an incline of 30-45 degrees. Lie on your back on the bench and hold a pair of dumbbells directly above your shoulders with your arms fully extended.
STEP 2
Pull your shoulder blades together, and slightly stick out your chest. Lower both dumbbells to the sides of your chest. Pause, and then press the dumbbells back to the starting position.
Tips
Do not hyperextend the neck. Maintain a neutral long spine.
Keep the elbows close to your sides throughout the exercise.
Lower the dumbbells all the way until they are level with your chest
7 years ago