Triceps · Dumbbell · Intermediate

How to do Dumbbell Palms In Incline Bench Press

The dumbbell palms in incline bench press is a strength exercise targeting the triceps, with secondary emphasis on the chest and shoulders. It is performed on an incline bench with dumbbells, using a palms-in grip to keep the elbows close to the body, which increases triceps activation.

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

How to do Dumbbell Palms In Incline Bench Press, step by step

  1. Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
  2. Sit on the bench with your back against the backrest and feet flat on the ground.
  3. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip, palms facing inwards.
  4. Extend your arms straight up above your chest, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
  5. Lower the dumbbells slowly towards your shoulders, keeping your elbows close to your body.
  6. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then press the dumbbells back up to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

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

Variations

Dumbbell Palms In Incline Bench Press is a variation of Dumbbell Incline Bench Press.

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