Dumbbell Incline Alternate Press

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Learn how to do the Dumbbell Incline Alternate Press with proper form and technique. This dumbbell exercise primarily targets your Pectorals, with secondary emphasis on Shoulders, Triceps.

Dumbbell Incline Alternate Press exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Dumbbell Incline Alternate Press

Follow these steps to perform the Dumbbell Incline Alternate Press with correct form:

  1. 1Sit on an incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand, resting on your thighs.
  2. 2Lean back on the bench and use your thighs to help raise the dumbbells to shoulder height, palms facing forward.
  3. 3Once at shoulder height, rotate your wrists so that the palms of your hands are facing forward.
  4. 4Push the dumbbells up with your chest and shoulders, extending your arms fully.
  5. 5Lower the dumbbells back down to the starting position, keeping your elbows slightly bent.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, alternating arms.

Dumbbell Incline Alternate Press Muscles Worked

Primary

pectorals

Secondary

shoulderstriceps

Exercise Details

Equipment
dumbbell
Body Part
chest
Category
Extended

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Dumbbell Incline Alternate Press work?

The Dumbbell Incline Alternate Press primarily targets your Pectorals. Secondary muscles worked include Shoulders, Triceps. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your chest.

What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Incline Alternate Press?

The Dumbbell Incline Alternate Press requires dumbbell. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Dumbbell Incline Alternate Press with proper form?

Start by sit on an incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand, resting on your thighs.. Lean back on the bench and use your thighs to help raise the dumbbells to shoulder height, palms facing forward. Once at shoulder height, rotate your wrists so that the palms of your hands are facing forward. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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