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Dumbbell Incline Neutral-Grip Chest Press

Build a bigger chest, safely! This incline press variation targets your upper chest with a neutral grip.

The Dumbbell Incline Neutral-Grip Chest Press is a compound exercise that mainly works the chest and triceps, with help from the back and shoulders. You'll need: dumbbells and incline bench.

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Required Equipment

Dumbbells
Dumbbells
Incline Bench
Incline Bench

Dumbbell Incline Neutral-Grip Chest Press Muscles Worked

Primary

Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Chest (pectoralis major, sternal head); Triceps (triceps brachii)

Secondary

Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)

How to do the Dumbbell Incline Neutral-Grip Chest Press

Dumbbell Incline Squeeze Press Instructions

  • An adjustable bench set to an incline (about 30-45 degrees)

Starting Position:

  1. Sit on the incline bench with your back firmly supported. Ensure that your feet are flat on the ground and your knees are at a comfortable angle.

  2. Grab a dumbbell in each hand. Hold the dumbbells with an overhand grip (palms facing forward).

  3. Position the dumbbells at chest level, pressing them together lightly to create tension between them. Your elbows should be bent at approximately 90 degrees.

Movement:

  1. Press Up: Inhale and press the dumbbells up above your chest while squeezing them together.

  2. Extend Arms: Fully extend your arms without locking your elbows at the top of the movement. Hold for a moment.

  3. Lower Down: Exhale slowly as you lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position at chest level while maintaining the squeeze between them.

  4. Repeat: Perform 8-12 repetitions, maintaining control throughout the movement and ensuring that your back remains supported against the bench.

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged for stability.

  • Ensure your movements are smooth and controlled, avoiding any jerking or swinging.

  • Adjust the weight of the dumbbells as necessary to maintain proper form throughout the exercise.

Dumbbell Incline Neutral-Grip Chest Press FAQs

What muscles does the Dumbbell Incline Neutral-Grip Chest Press work?

The Dumbbell Incline Neutral-Grip Chest Press mainly works the chest and triceps, with help from the back and shoulders. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and triceps brachii.

What equipment do you need for the Dumbbell Incline Neutral-Grip Chest Press?

Dumbbells and incline bench.

Is the Dumbbell Incline Neutral-Grip Chest 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 Neutral-Grip Chest Press go on?

It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Dumbbell Incline Neutral-Grip Chest Press variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Dumbbell 2-Point Bench Press, Alternating Dumbbell 2-Point Bench Press, Dumbbell Pass Through Push-Up Plank and Dumbbell Close-Grip Bench Press.

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