Target Muscle

    Serratus

    Equipment

    Dumbbell

    Difficulty

    Intermediate

    Category

    Strength

    CoreDumbbell

    Dumbbell Incline Shoulder Raise

    The dumbbell incline shoulder raise targets the serratus anterior and also works the deltoids and trapezius. It is performed on an incline bench and involves raising dumbbells above the head while maintaining control and proper form.

    Also Works

    ShouldersTrapezius

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Set an incline bench to a 45 degree angle and sit on it with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing down.

    2. 2

      Rest the dumbbells on your thighs and lean back onto the bench.

    3. 3

      Use your thighs to help raise the dumbbells to shoulder height, then rotate your wrists so that your palms are facing forward.

    4. 4

      Exhale and slowly raise the dumbbells above your head, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.

    5. 5

      Pause for a moment at the top, then inhale and slowly lower the dumbbells back to shoulder height.

    6. 6

      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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