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How to do Dumbbell Incline Bench Press

The dumbbell incline bench press is a compound upper body exercise that targets the upper portion of the pectoral muscles, with additional emphasis on the shoulders and triceps. It is performed on an incline bench using dumbbells, requiring stability and control throughout the movement.

Dumbbell Incline Bench Press demonstration
Primary muscle
Chest
Also works
Shoulders and Triceps
Equipment
Dumbbell
Level
Intermediate
Category
Chest

How to do Dumbbell Incline Bench Press, step by step

  1. Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
  2. Sit on the bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed firmly against the bench.
  3. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing forward, and lift them to shoulder height.
  4. Slowly lower the dumbbells to the sides of your chest, keeping your elbows at a 90-degree angle.
  5. Push the dumbbells back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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Muscles worked

Dumbbell Incline Bench Press works your chest as the main mover, with help from your shoulders and triceps.

Variations

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