Dumbbell incline press on exercise ball
The dumbbell incline press on an exercise ball is a compound exercise targeting the pectoral muscles while also engaging the deltoids, triceps, and core for stability. This exercise is performed by lying on an exercise ball with your feet firmly planted on the ground, holding a dumbbell in each hand, and pressing the weights upward at an incline.
At a glance
- Area
- Chest
- Main muscle
- Pectorals
- Secondary muscles
- Serratus anterior
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain balance on the ball.
- Do not let your elbows drop below the level of the ball.
- Press the dumbbells up in a controlled manner, avoiding locking out your elbows at the top.
- Ensure your feet are firmly planted on the ground for stability.
What to watch out for
- shoulder injuries
- lower back pain
- lack of core stability
Also known as
Distensioni con manubri su palla fitness, dumbbell incline chest press on stability ball, dumbbell incline press, exercise ball chest press, stability ball chest press, incline dumbbell press