Beginner
Incline W Raise
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Incline W Raise is a lateral raise variation that is a great upper body exercise that targets the shoulders. This isolation exercise can be completed with or without equipment and is a great addition to any training program.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Lie face down on an incline bench at a 30-degree angle. Lower your arms, palms facing down, and elbows bent at a 90-degree angle. -
Step 2
With your elbows bent, lift your arms away from your body, bringing your shoulder blades together. Keep lifting until your shoulders are parallel to the floor. Pause and then slowly lower your arms back to the starting position.
Muscle Groups
Incline W Raise targets Delts, Traps, Upper Back as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Be sure to squeeze your shoulder blades as you raise your elbows to their highest position.
- Do this movement slowly, avoiding excessive pushing.
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