Dumbbell Incline Raise
Target your shoulders with the Dumbbell Incline Raise! Build strength and definition with this effective upper body exercise.
The Dumbbell Incline Raise mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest and triceps. You'll need: dumbbells or incline bench.
Required Equipment
Dumbbell Incline Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid)
Secondary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Triceps (triceps brachii)
Dumbbell Incline Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Dumbbell Incline Raise
Set an incline bench to a 30-45 degree angle.
Sit on the bench with your back firmly against the pad, feet flat on the floor.
With a dumbbell in each hand, let your arms hang down at your sides, palms facing towards each other.
Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement to avoid joint strain.
Exhale as you raise the dumbbells out to the sides in a wide arc until they are approximately shoulder height. Keep your wrists in a neutral position, and do not rotate the arms; focus on using your deltoids to raise the weights.
Pause briefly at the top of the movement, then inhale as you lower the dumbbells back to the starting position with controlled motion.
Complete the desired number of reps and sets, ensuring you maintain good form throughout.
Tips: - Do not lift the dumbbells too high; stopping at shoulder level helps prevent excessive stress on the shoulder joints. - Avoid using momentum or swinging the weights; keep the motion controlled to maximize muscle engagement. - Start with lighter weights to master the form before progressing to heavier dumbbells.
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Dumbbell Incline Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Dumbbell Incline Raise work?
The Dumbbell Incline Raise mainly works the shoulders, with help from the chest and triceps. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid and lateral deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Incline Raise?
Dumbbells or incline bench.
What workout day should the Dumbbell Incline Raise go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Dumbbell Incline Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Band Incline T Raise, Barbell Lying Incline Rear-Delt Raise, Barbell Incline Shoulder Press and Dumbbell Front Raise Drive.
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