dumbbell palms in incline bench press
dumbbell palms in 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 back against the backrest and feet flat on the ground.
Step 3
Hold a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip, palms facing inwards.
Step 4
Extend your arms straight up above your chest, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
Step 5
Lower the dumbbells slowly towards your shoulders, keeping your elbows close to your body.
Step 6
Pause for a moment at the bottom, then press the dumbbells back up to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
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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