Incline Dumbbell Bench Press

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The range of movements that were hard to achieve using barbells can be done with dumbbells. Try exercising with dumbbells for more detailed stimulation!

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How to Incline Dumbbell Bench Press

Starting Position

1. Lie on the bench holding a dumbbell in both hands and keep your feet fixed on the floor.

2. Pull your shoulders back and hold them in place so that your shoulders are positioned behind your chest.

3. Make sure your lower back has a natural arch.

Proper Form

1. Slowly lower the dumbbell so that it is next to your chest.

2. At this time, your forearm should be perpendicular to the floor.

3. Slowly lift the dumbbell back to the starting position.

Breathing Technique

Inhale when bending your arms, and exhale when pushing your arms.

Common Mistakes in Incline Dumbbell Bench Press

  • Hips lift off the bench

    Why it's wrongThis over-arches the lower back and changes the chest angle.

    How to fix itKeep your hips down and brace your core.

    Incline Dumbbell Bench Press โ€” Hips lift off the bench
  • Lowering the dumbbells too high

    Why it's wrongThis can strain the shoulders.

    How to fix itLower the dumbbells beside your upper chest.

    Incline Dumbbell Bench Press โ€” Lowering the dumbbells too high
  • Shoulder blades loosen

    Why it's wrongYour shoulders may roll forward.

    How to fix itPull your shoulder blades back and down to open your chest.

    Incline Dumbbell Bench Press โ€” Shoulder blades loosen

Precautions

1. If you can't lower the dumbbell to chest height, please lower it as much as you can without straining.

2. Be careful not to let your shoulders come forward of your chest, as this can put strain on your shoulders.

3. Please be careful not to let your hips come off the bench.

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