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Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Press

Exercise Tips

To ensure safety, it is recommended that this exercise be performed with a spotter
When performing the exercise, explode upwards and return to your starting position in a controlled fashion
Ensure that you remain in balance and that your arms move at the same pace

Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Press

This exercise targets your upper and middle chest and provides a low cardio benefit.

Muscle Group

Pectoralis Major (Middle/Upper Chest)

Frequency

2 Days a Week to
3 Days a Week

Equipment

Incline Bench, Dumbbells

Cardiovascular Benefit

Low

Starting Position: Begin sitting face up on incline bench with a dumbbell in each hand. Each dumbbell should be resting on each thigh. Lift both dumbbells up at the same time so that they are next to your shoulders. Your palms should be facing inward and towards each other.

1Exhale and press both dumbbells simultaneously towards the ceiling. Continue this motion until both elbows are fully extended. The dumbbells should come in contact with one another at the top of this motion.
2Inhale and return to your starting position.
3Repeat this exercise until you have completed all repetitions for the set.

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Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Press

Exercise Tips

Hammer Grip Incline Dumbbell Press

Muscle Group

Frequency

Equipment

Cardiovascular Benefit

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