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Incline Dumbbell Press

Also known as: Incline DB Press, Incline Dumbbell Bench Press, Incline DB Bench Press

Variation of: Dumbbell Bench Press

Body region

Muscles

Main

Helps

Holds

Equipment

Technique

  1. Set an adjustable bench to about 30 degrees and sit with dumbbells on your thighs.
  2. Lie back and bring the dumbbells to upper-chest level.
  3. Press them up until your arms are straight.
  4. Lower under control.

Cues

  • Keep forearms vertical.

Common mistakes

  • Setting the bench too steep.
  • Letting the dumbbells drift apart at the bottom.
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