Hammer Grip Incline DB Bench Press
The Hammer Grip Incline DB Bench Press is a compound strength exercise performed with dumbbells. It primarily targets the chest, with the shoulders and triceps working as secondary muscles. Suitable for beginners.
Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles
Level
beginnerMechanic
compoundEquipment
dumbbellCategory
strengthInstructions
- Set an incline bench to 30-45 degrees. Lie back holding a dumbbell in each hand.
- Position the dumbbells at chest level with palms facing each other (hammer grip).
- Press the dumbbells up until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the dumbbells back to chest level with control.
- The neutral grip can be easier on the shoulders.