Incline W Raise

Muscle Groups: Shoulders

Incline W Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Incline W Raise with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Sit on an incline bench with your back firmly supported and your feet flat on the floor.

  2. 2

    Hold a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height with palms facing forward, keeping your elbows slightly bent.

  3. 3

    Raise the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended, then slowly lower them back to the starting position.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Incline W Raise safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep your core engaged to maintain stability and avoid arching your back.

  • Do not lift the weights too high; stop when your arms are in line with your shoulders to prevent shoulder strain.

  • Maintain a controlled motion; avoid swinging the weights to ensure muscle engagement and safety.

Secondary Muscles

While Incline W Raise primarily targets Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Traps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.

Related Exercises

If you enjoyed Incline W Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Incline W Raise, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.

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