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dumbbell incline bench press

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

Steps

Step 1. Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.

Step 2. Sit on the bench with your feet flat on the ground and your back pressed firmly against the bench.

Step 3. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing forward, and lift them to shoulder height.

Step 4. Slowly lower the dumbbells to the sides of your chest, keeping your elbows at a 90-degree angle.

Step 5. Push the dumbbells back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.

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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