Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press
Build a stronger chest & triceps with the Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press! Target those muscles with controlled, focused reps.
The Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press is a compound exercise that mainly works the chest, with help from the shoulders and triceps. You'll need: dumbbells or incline bench.
Required Equipment
Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press Muscles Worked
Primary
Chest (pectoralis major, sternal head); Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head)
Secondary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Triceps (triceps brachii)
Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press
Set an incline bench near 45 degrees. Sit with a dumbbell on each thigh, then guide the weights into position as you lie back.
Plant your feet and keep your head, upper back and hips supported. Hold the dumbbells above your torso with palms facing each other and elbows tucked.
Bring the dumbbells together and actively squeeze them against each other throughout each repetition.
Press upward until your arms straighten while maintaining the inward squeeze.
Lower slowly toward your chest with elbows tucked, keeping both dumbbells level and touching.
Repeat without bouncing. Finish by bringing the weights to your thighs as you sit up, then set them down under control.
Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press FAQs
What muscles does the Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press work?
The Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press mainly works the chest, with help from the shoulders and triceps. The main muscles are the pectoralis major.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press?
Dumbbells or incline bench.
Is the Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Dumbbell Incline Close-Grip Press variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Barbell Incline Close-Grip Bench Press, Barbell Incline Pause Bench Press, Dumbbell Incline Neutral-Grip Chest Press and Dumbbell Close-Grip Bench Press.
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