Exercise technique

dumbbell incline one arm press

The dumbbell incline one arm press is a unilateral chest exercise performed on an incline bench, targeting the upper pectorals while also engaging the shoulders and triceps. It requires balance and coordination due to the single-arm movement.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Sit on an incline bench with a dumbbell in one hand, resting on your thigh.
  2. Lie back on the bench and position the dumbbell at shoulder level, palm facing forward.
  3. Press the dumbbell upward and slightly inward, extending your arm fully.
  4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.

Which other muscles are involved?

Shoulders, Triceps.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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