Intermediate
🏋️ Dumbbell
Incline Dumbbell Press
aka Incline Bench / Incline Chest Press
🎯 Target & Synergists
Primary: Upper Chest
Synergist: Front Deltoids
Synergist: Triceps
📋 How to Perform
1
Set bench to 30-45 degree incline
2
Hold dumbbells at chest level
3
Press up and slightly together
4
Lock out arms at top
5
Lower with control to chest
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Bench too steep (60+ degrees)
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Bouncing dumbbells
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Flaring elbows
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Not full range of motion
🔄 Alternative Exercises
Can't do Incline Dumbbell Press? Try these instead.
📊 Quick Facts
Equipment Dumbbell
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Target Upper Chest
Synergists Front Deltoids, Triceps