Incline dumbbell bench press

Muscles

• Anterior deltoid
• Pectoralis major (clavicular head)
• Pectoralis major (sternal head)
• Serratus anterior
• Triceps brachii (long head)
• Triceps brachii (medial head)
• Triceps brachii (lateral head)

Technique

1. Lie on an incline bench holding dumbbells above your chest with arms straight vertical.
2. Lower the dumbbells to the sides of your upper chest.
3. Press the weights back up to the starting position.

Form tips

1. Aim for a controlled, even press with both arms.

Similar Exercises

• Barbell bench press
• Dumbbell bench press
• Kettlebell bench press
• Incline barbell bench press
• Close grip bench press

Equipment

• Bench