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Incline Dumbbell Fly

Upper chest
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IsolationTargets: Upper chest

About

It's a Fly workout using dumbbells. Depending on where the dumbbell is raised, the upper, middle, and lower chest muscles can be targeted!

How to Incline Dumbbell Fly

Starting Position

1. Please adjust the bench to an angle of 15 to 30 degrees.

2. Lie on the bench holding a dumbbell in each hand and keep your feet fixed on the floor.

3. Hold the dumbbells with your palms facing each other and lift them above your chest.

Proper Form

1. Slightly bend your arms and lower the dumbbells to chest height.

2. Slowly lift the dumbbells back to the starting position.

Breathing Technique

Exhale when bringing your arms together, and inhale when spreading your arms out.

Precautions

1. Please use light weights as this exercise can put strain on the shoulders.

2. If you experience shoulder pain, please stop and switch to another exercise.

3. Be careful not to fully extend your arms.

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