Weighted Dips vs Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
Contents
Weighted Dips and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press are close in use — 371 vs 362 sessions logged. What separates them is Chest loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Weighted Dips and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Weighted Dips 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 Weighted Dips more often — 371 sessions compared to 362 for Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Weighted Dips 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 Weighted Dips and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press Differ
| What differs | Weighted Dips | Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dip bar | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 371 sessions | 362 sessions |
How to Do Weighted Dips
Weighted Dips Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Please slowly lower down while keeping your shoulders fixed down.
- 2. If you go down too much, you may injure your shoulders, so please gradually increase your range of motion.
- 3. Return to the starting position while engaging your core.
Coach's Tips
- 1. This is a very advanced exercise, so please try it when dips are too easy for you.
- 2. Be careful not to go down too much, as it can injure your shoulders.
For a full Weighted Dips guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Weighted Dips 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, Weighted Dips or Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Chest, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Weighted Dips and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press need?
Weighted Dips needs a dip bar, and Incline Close Grip Dumbbell Bench Press needs a dumbbell.
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