Classification
Type | auxiliary |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | dumbbell |
Additional Equipment | incline bench / flat bench |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp dumbbell and sit upright on incline bench with back against back pad. Hold dumbbell besides head. Keep upper arm perpendiular to torso and let let elbow point down. Use free hand to stabilize position on bench.Execution
Press dumbbell up over head. Keep arm slightly flexed. Return until dumbbell is besides head. Repeat. Continue with opposite side.Variations / Comments
Using a flat bench requires a better core stability.
Starting Position
Ending Position
Muscles
Target | Deltoid, Anterior |
Synergist | Deltoid, Lateral | Supraspinatus | Trapezius, Middle | Trapezius, Lower | Pectoralis Major, Clavicular | Triceps Brachii | Serratus Anterior |
Stabilizers | Biceps Brachii | Trapezius, Upper |
Front
Rear