The dumbbell incline Y-raise is an upper back exercise performed on an incline bench, targeting the upper back, shoulders, and rear deltoids. It involves raising the arms in a Y shape while lying face down on an incline bench, emphasizing scapular stability and shoulder health.
Also Works
ShouldersRear Deltoids
How to Perform
1
Set an incline bench to a 45 degree angle and sit on it with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing inwards.
2
Lean forward slightly and let your arms hang straight down, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
3
Raise your arms out to the sides and up in a Y shape until they are parallel to the ground.
4
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position.