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Bench Press, Dumbbell, Inclined |
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The inclined dumbbell bench press targets the upper part of the chest muscle and also the triceps muscle. It's performed in a very similar way to the inclined barbell chest press but using dumbbells for an additional challenge. Using dumbbells works the additional smaller fixator muscles that help to balance the body whilst the main muscle is working.
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Upper Chest
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Shoulders
Triceps
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Bench Press, Dumbbell, Inclined Steps:
Position an adjustable bench to a 45 deg incline.
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Sit at the end of the bench, dumbbells in each hand by your sides.
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Lie on your back on a bench with feet firmly on the floor.
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Curl the dumbbells up from your sides to chest height. If you are using a heavy weight you may need a spotter to assist you.
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The dumbbells should be positioned either side of the chest, directly over the top of the elbows, palms facing forwards.
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Brace the abdominals to maintain a straight back, breath out and press the dumbbells up in a straight line by extending the elbows fully.
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Pause briefly, breath in and lower the dumbbells back down to the chest.
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