Neutral-grip Dumbbell Incline Bench Press
Muscle Groups: Chest
Neutral-grip Dumbbell Incline Bench Press focuses on Chest, with Shoulders, Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Neutral-grip Dumbbell Incline Bench Press with proper form and technique.
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Sit on an incline bench with your feet flat on the floor, holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height with palms facing each other.
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Press the dumbbells up until your arms are fully extended, keeping your wrists straight and elbows slightly in front of your body.
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Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position in a controlled manner, stopping just above your chest.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Neutral-grip Dumbbell Incline Bench Press safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back flat against the bench to avoid arching your spine.
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Ensure your feet remain grounded throughout the exercise for stability.
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Avoid dropping the weights quickly; control your movement to prevent injuries.
Secondary Muscles
While Neutral-grip Dumbbell Incline Bench Press primarily targets Chest , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, Triceps . 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 Neutral-grip Dumbbell Incline Bench Press, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Neutral-grip Dumbbell Incline Bench Press, 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.
