7 Most Explosive Upper Chest Exercises To Build Your Upper Pecs

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A man working out on his chest

#5. Incline Dumbbell Press

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Instruction

1. After setting an adjustable bench to an incline of 30-45 degrees, grab a dumbbell in each hand, lie down on your back on the bench. Push the pair of dumbbells directly above your shoulders with your arms fully extended.

2. Lower both dumbbells to the sides of your chest. Pause a second and then press the dumbbells back to the starting position. Repeat for the desired repetitions.

Important Tips

1. Elbows should be close to your sides throughout the exercise.

2. Avoid extending the neck.

3. Lower the dumbbells until they are level with your chest.

Also, read 6 Best Chest Exercises with Dumbbells To Build Your Chest.

Next up: Flat Dumbbell Flys

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Edited by Sudeshna Banerjee
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