Dumbbell Incline Press On Exercise Ball
Description
The dumbbell incline press on exercise ball is performed sitting on a stability ball with the upper back supported on the ball, creating an unstable incline. The position adds significant core engagement to the standard incline press as the body fights to stay stable. It is a strong choice for chest and core combo work.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Dumbbell Incline Press On Exercise Ball Instructions
- Sit on a stability ball with a dumbbell in each hand.
- Walk your feet forward as you lean back, rolling onto the ball.
- Position your upper back on the ball with hips lifted.
- Hold the dumbbells at chest level with elbows bent at 90 degrees.
- Brace your core and squeeze your glutes hard.
- Press the dumbbells overhead until your arms are fully extended.
- Lower the dumbbells back to chest level with control.
- Maintain hips level and core braced throughout.
Dumbbell Incline Press On Exercise Ball Form & Visual
Dumbbell Incline Press On Exercise Ball Benefits
- Adds core stability work to incline press
- Builds chest and core simultaneously
- Develops body control
- Strong stabilizer engagement
- Useful for athletic carryover
- Different stimulus than bench press
Dumbbell Incline Press On Exercise Ball Muscles Worked
- Pectoralis major (clavicular head)
- Triceps brachii
- Anterior deltoid
- Core
Dumbbell Incline Press On Exercise Ball Variations & Alternatives
- Incline Dumbbell Press
- Stability Ball Press
- Floor Press
- Bench Press
