Incline Dumbbell Bench Press vs Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
Contents
- • Incline Dumbbell Bench Press vs Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
- • How Incline Dumbbell Bench Press and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press Differ
- • Related comparisons
- • Frequently Asked Questions
- • How to Do Incline Dumbbell Bench Press
- • How to Do Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press
Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Bench Press more often — 26,837 sessions vs 362. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Incline Dumbbell Bench Press and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Incline Dumbbell 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 Dumbbell Bench Press more often — 26,837 sessions compared to 362 for Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Incline Dumbbell 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 Incline Dumbbell Bench Press and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press Differ
| What differs | Incline Dumbbell Bench Press | Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 26,837 sessions | 362 sessions |
How to Do Incline Dumbbell Bench Press
Incline Dumbbell Bench Press Muscles Worked: Chest
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.
Coach's Tips
- 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.
For a full Incline Dumbbell Bench Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Dumbbell 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, Incline Dumbbell Bench Press or Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press?
Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Bench Press more often — 26,837 sessions against 362 for Incline Close Grip Dumbbell 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 Incline Dumbbell Bench Press and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press need?
Incline Dumbbell Bench Press needs a dumbbell, and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Incline Dumbbell Bench Press is the easier place to start. Move to Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press once your form holds up.
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