Why it matters
Shifts more pressing work to the upper chest while the front deltoids assist.
Incline Dumbbell Press
Incline Dumbbell Press
Target muscles
Chest
The pectoralis major brings the arm across the body and drives horizontal pressing movements.
Shoulders
The deltoids raise the arm and help stabilize the shoulder during presses and pulls.
Execution cues
- Use a moderate bench angle
- Keep the chest lifted
- Lower with each elbow under its wrist
Common mistake
Setting the bench too upright and turning it into a shoulder press.
Training prescription
- Equipment
- Dumbbells
- Sets
- 3
- Range
- 8–12
- RIR
- 2
Start with about two reps in reserve and increase gradually after two successful sessions with the same quality.