ShouldersDumbbellIntermediate
Incline Dumbbell Raise
Learn how to perform Incline Dumbbell Raise, a Shoulders exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.
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STEP 1
Setup
Lean back on an incline bench with a dumbbell hanging beside each hip.
STEP 2
Start phase
Maintain a slight elbow bend as you raise both dumbbells in front of you.
STEP 3
End phase
Stop at a comfortable shoulder height, then slowly lower the dumbbells beside your body.
STEP 4
Target muscles
The main working muscles are the front deltoids. The upper chest assist the movement.
STEP 5
Common mistakes
Keep your back on the bench and avoid shrugging toward your ears.
STEP 6
Breathing
Exhale as you raise the dumbbells and inhale as you lower them.
STEP 7
Coach tip
Move both dumbbells together to the same height and keep your neck relaxed.
