# Incline Dumbbell Press

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/incline-dumbbell-press

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

Variation of: [Dumbbell Bench Press](https://heatsy.app/ex/dumbbell-bench-press)

Body region: Chest, Arms, Shoulders

## Muscles

- Main: Deltoid, Serratus Anterior
- Helps: Infraspinatus, Trapezius
- Holds: Levator Scapulae, Supraspinatus, Teres Minor, Biceps

## Equipment

- Dumbbells
- Adjustable Bench

## 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.