Dumbbell Incline Y-raise

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Learn how to do the Dumbbell Incline Y-raise with proper form and technique. This dumbbell exercise primarily targets your Upper Back, with secondary emphasis on Shoulders, Rear Deltoids.

Dumbbell Incline Y-raise exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Dumbbell Incline Y-raise

Follow these steps to perform the Dumbbell Incline Y-raise with correct form:

  1. 1Set an incline bench to a 45-degree angle and sit on it with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing inwards.
  2. 2Lean forward slightly and let your arms hang straight down, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
  3. 3Raise your arms out to the sides and up in a Y shape until they are parallel to the ground.
  4. 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Dumbbell Incline Y-raise Muscles Worked

Primary

upper back

Secondary

shouldersrear deltoids

Exercise Details

Equipment
dumbbell
Body Part
back
Category
Extended

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