Weighted Incline W Raise
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Weighted Incline W Raise focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Incline W Raise with proper form and technique.
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Start by sitting on an incline bench with your feet flat on the floor and a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder height, palms facing forward.
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Raise the dumbbells upward until your arms are fully extended, keeping your elbows slightly bent throughout the movement.
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Lower the dumbbells back to shoulder height in a controlled manner, ensuring your back stays pressed against the bench.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Incline W Raise safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged to support your back and maintain proper posture.
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Avoid arching your back; if you feel strain, reduce the weight or adjust your form.
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Ensure your movements are slow and controlled to prevent dropping the weights or losing balance.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted 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 Weighted 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 Weighted 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.
