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Fitness
Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)
The dumbbell incline bench press targets the upper chest, shoulders, and triceps. Using dumbbells allows for a greater range of motion and muscle activation, making it effective for building strength and muscle definition.
Primary Muscle Group
Type of Weight
Chest
Dumbbell
1. Setup: Position an incline bench at about a 30-degree angle. Sit on the bench with a dumbbell in each hand, resting on your thighs.
2. Grip: Lie back on the bench, bringing the dumbbells to chest level with palms facing forward.
3. Starting Position: Engage your core, keep your feet flat on the floor, and position your arms at a 90-degree angle to your body.
4. Execution: Press the dumbbells upward by extending your arms fully until they are directly above your chest, keeping the movement controlled and steady.
5. Return: Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position with your elbows bent at about 90 degrees. Repeat for the desired number of reps.
Diagram of the muscles activated:
