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dumbbell incline hammer press

dumbbell incline hammer press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Set an incline bench to a 45-degree angle and sit on it with a dumbbell in each hand, resting on your thighs.

Step 2

Lie back on the bench and position the dumbbells at shoulder level with your palms facing each other.

Step 3

Press the dumbbells up and away from your body until your arms are fully extended.

Step 4

Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

pectorals

Secondary muscles

shoulderstriceps

Primary body parts

chest

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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