Close Grip Incline Bench Press vs Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
Contents
- • Close Grip Incline Bench Press vs Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
- • How Close Grip Incline Bench Press and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press Differ
- • Related comparisons
- • Frequently Asked Questions
- • How to Do Close Grip Incline Bench Press
- • How to Do Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press
Planfit users log Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press more often — 362 sessions vs 61. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Close Grip Incline Bench Press and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Close Grip Incline Bench Press vs Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press more often — 362 sessions compared to 61 for Close Grip Incline Bench Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Close Grip Incline Bench Press and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Close Grip Incline Bench Press and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press Differ
| What differs | Close Grip Incline Bench Press | Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a barbell | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 61 sessions | 362 sessions |
How to Do Close Grip Incline Bench Press
Close Grip Incline Bench Press Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Keep your elbows close to your torso and slowly lower the barbell towards your upper chest.
- 2. When the barbell is close to your chest, pause for a moment and feel the tension in your chest and triceps.
- 3. Push the barbell up with the strength of your chest and triceps to return to the starting position.
- 4. Do not fully lock your elbows; keep them slightly bent to maintain tension.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Excessive weight can put strain on your shoulders and elbows, so be careful.
- 2. Always maintain a vertical path to prevent the barbell from shifting towards your face or neck.
- 3. It's safer to exercise with a spotter if possible.
For a full Close Grip Incline Bench Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Close Grip Incline Bench Press exercise guide.
How to Do Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press
Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Slowly lower the dumbbell towards your upper chest while bending your elbows.
- 2. When the dumbbell is close to your chest, pause for a moment and feel the tension in your chest and triceps.
- 3. Push the dumbbell up with the strength of your upper chest and triceps to return to the starting position.
- 4. Do not fully lock your elbows; keep them slightly bent to maintain tension.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Excessive weight can put strain on your elbows and wrists, so be careful.
- 2. Keep your elbows close to your body to prevent them from flaring out excessively.
- 3. Maintain a consistent path to prevent the dumbbells from colliding and shaking.
For a full Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Close Grip Incline Bench Press or Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press?
Planfit users log Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press more often — 362 sessions against 61 for Close Grip Incline Bench Press. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Close Grip Incline Bench Press and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press need?
Close Grip Incline Bench Press needs a barbell, and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press needs a dumbbell.
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