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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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