Dumbbell Incline Y-Raise demonstration
Equipmentdumbbell
Difficultyintermediate
upper backback

Dumbbell Incline Y-Raise

The dumbbell incline Y-raise is an upper back exercise performed on an incline bench, targeting the upper back, shoulders, and rear deltoids. It involves raising the arms in a Y shape while lying face down on an incline bench, emphasizing scapular stability and shoulder health.

Step-by-Step Form & Technique

  1. 1.Set an incline bench to a 45-degree angle and sit on it with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing inwards.
  2. 2.Lean forward slightly and let your arms hang straight down, keeping a slight bend in your elbows.
  3. 3.Raise your arms out to the sides and up in a Y shape until they are parallel to the ground.
  4. 4.Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your arms back down to the starting position.
  5. 5.Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Secondary Muscles

shouldersrear deltoids

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