Target Muscle

    Chest

    Equipment

    Dumbbell

    Difficulty

    Intermediate

    Category

    Strength

    ChestDumbbell

    Dumbbell Incline Hammer Press

    The dumbbell incline hammer press is a chest exercise performed on an incline bench using dumbbells, with a neutral grip (palms facing each other). It targets the upper chest (pectorals) and also works the shoulders and tricep.

    Also Works

    ShouldersTriceps

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Set an incline bench to a 45 degree angle and sit on it with a dumbbell in each hand, resting on your thighs.

    2. 2

      Lie back on the bench and position the dumbbells at shoulder level with your palms facing each other.

    3. 3

      Press the dumbbells up and away from your body until your arms are fully extended.

    4. 4

      Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position.

    5. 5

      Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Pro Tips

    • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed
    • •Breathe out during the exertion phase
    • •Keep your core engaged throughout the movement

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