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Incline Dumbbell Press demonstration

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Strength / Dumbbell

Incline Dumbbell Press

An incline pressing movement emphasizing the upper chest.

Equipment

Dumbbell

Experience

intermediate

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Front Delts · Triceps

Instructions

  1. 01

    Set bench to 30-degree incline and sit back with dumbbells at shoulder level.

  2. 02

    Press dumbbells up and together until arms are fully extended.

  3. 03

    Lower dumbbells back to shoulder level with control.

  4. 04

    Repeat.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.