How to do the Incline Dumbbell Press
Lower the dumbbells down to the level of your body (as shown). Raise the dumbbells slowly, keeping them steady with your abdominals flexed. This exercise is the most difficult because it concentrates on more anterior deltiod.Spotting
A spotter is required and should stand behind the participant with hands on the lifter's elbows, or wrists.
These are the muscles , equipment and categories of this exercise.
- PRIMARY: Chest
- Triceps
- Anterior Deltoids
- Shoulder
- Shoulders
- Arms
Averages for MyFit Users
The table below represents data from over 200,000 exercise logs and gives us an average for this exercise.| Average Weight Lifted | Average Reps | One Rep Max Average |
|---|---|---|
| 61 lbs | 10 | 80.9 lbs |
What is a good starting weight?
Based on an average weight lifted of 61 lbs for all MyFit users we suggest you start at 50% of that weight:
Alternatives
Workouts Plans with Incline Dumbbell Press |
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| Purpose | Type | Level | |
| Muscular Definition | Intermediate | ||
| Hypertrophy | Advanced | ||
| Muscular Definition | Beginner | ||
| Sport Specific | Advanced | ||
| Muscular Definition | Beginner | ||
| Muscular Definition | Beginner | ||
| Muscular Definition | Beginner | ||
Make a Workout
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Tracking Your WeightsThere are lots of easy ways to track your sets and reps. One easy way is through a little book that you can take with you to the gym. This book has progress charts, workouts and lots of tools you can use to always make sure you are improving.