incline bench press
Definition
- Noun:
- A weightlifting exercise: The "incline bench press" is a specific type of strength training exercise. It is a variation of the bench press performed while lying on a bench that is set at an inclined angle, typically between 15 and 45 degrees. This positioning shifts the primary emphasis of the exercise to the upper portion of the pectoral muscles (chest), while also engaging the shoulders and triceps.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- To build my upper chest, I include the incline bench press in my workout routine.
- The proper form for an incline bench press requires stabilizing your shoulders against the bench.
Advanced Usage
- "to perform an incline bench press": to execute this specific exercise.
- Athletes often perform the incline bench press with dumbbells instead of a barbell for a greater range of motion.
Variants and Related Words
- Bench press (noun): The foundational exercise performed on a flat bench.
- Decline bench press (noun): A variation performed on a bench set at a downward angle, emphasizing the lower chest.
- Incline dumbbell press (noun): A similar exercise performed with dumbbells instead of a barbell on an inclined bench.
Synonyms
- Inclined press: A less common but direct synonym.
- Upper chest press: A descriptive term highlighting the primary muscle group targeted.
Related Phrases
- "Incline press": Often used as a shortened, informal form of "incline bench press."
- My next set is the incline press.
Noun
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a bench press performed on an inclined bench
