Intermediate
Alternating Incline Dumbbell Bench Press
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Alternating Incline Dumbbell Bench Press is a great exercise for building muscles and strength. This is known as a full-body exercise but specifically targets chest muscles; that is why it is also known as chest press.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Sitting on a sloping bench, positioned at an angle of 45 degrees, holds a pair of dumbbells directly above the chest, with arms fully extended and palms facing outwards. -
Step 2
Pull the shoulder blades, stretch your chest slightly and lower both dumbbells to the sides of your chest. -
Step 3
Now push one dumbbell up, holding the other next to you. Then, as you lower the dumbbell, push the other one up.
Muscle Groups
Alternating Incline Dumbbell Bench Press targets Delts, Pecs, Triceps as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Be sure to use a full range of motion throughout the exercise.
- Pause at the top of the press.
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