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Chest · Dumbbell
Dumbbell Incline Svend Close Grip Press
Dumbbell Incline Svend Close Grip Press is an intermediate compound strength exercise that works the pectorals (chest), with the triceps assisting. It needs a dumbbell. A typical prescription is 3-4 sets of 6-10 reps, and it burns about 6.1 calories per minute.
- Target
- Pectorals
- Body part
- Chest
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3-4 × 6-10
- Calories / min
- ≈ 6.1 kcal
Primary muscles
- Upper Chest · Pectoralis Major, Clavicular Head
- Front Shoulders · Anterior Deltoids
Secondary muscles
- Triceps · Triceps Brachii
How to do Dumbbell Incline Svend Close Grip Press
- Set an incline bench to a 45-degree angle and lie back against it. Hold a single dumbbell pressed between your palms just above your chest with your fingers extended or interlaced around the handle.
- Press the dumbbell upward by extending your arms, keeping your elbows close to your torso.
- Fully extend your arms at the top, continuing to press the dumbbell between your palms.
- Lower the dumbbell back to the starting position with control, keeping the dumbbell pressed between your palms. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Exhale as you press the dumbbell upward and inhale as you lower it.
- Avoid locking your elbows at the top of the movement to maintain tension on the muscles.
- Choose a weight that allows you to maintain proper form and control throughout the exercise.
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Dumbbell Incline Svend Close Grip Press FAQ
What muscles does Dumbbell Incline Svend Close Grip Press work?
Dumbbell Incline Svend Close Grip Press mainly works the pectorals in the chest (Pectoralis Major, Clavicular Head and Anterior Deltoids). The triceps work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Dumbbell Incline Svend Close Grip Press?
You need a dumbbell.
How many sets and reps of Dumbbell Incline Svend Close Grip Press should I do?
Start with 3-4 sets of 6-10 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Dumbbell Incline Svend Close Grip Press good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler chest exercises.
How many calories does Dumbbell Incline Svend Close Grip Press burn?
About 6.1 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 61 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Dumbbell Incline Svend Close Grip Press?
Other exercises for the pectorals include Barbell Close Grip Bench Press, Svend Press Incline Bench, Smith Machine Press Incline and Bodyweight Svend Press.
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