Incline Squeeze Press: How-to, Tips & More
The Incline Squeeze Press is a beginner compound exercise for your chest. You do it with dumbbells and incline bench. It is a good fit when your goal is both strength and muscle growth.
Besides the chest, it also works your triceps and shoulders, so it fits well in a session that trains those muscles together.
Muscles worked
Chest
Primary
Triceps
Secondary
Shoulders
Secondary
How to do the Incline Squeeze Press
- Lie back on an incline bench holding two dumbbells pressed together over your chest.
- Squeeze them together hard.
- Lower them to your upper chest while keeping them pressed together.
- Press back up, still squeezing.
Incline Squeeze Press tips
- Use lighter dumbbells than your incline press.
Sets and reps
Most lifters do well with 6 to 12 reps per set, and 6 to 12 reps is where this exercise tends to work best. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve on every set, and add weight once you can complete all your sets at the top of the range. It also works well in a superset with an exercise for the opposite muscles. You can finish with a drop set when you want extra volume.
Equipment
Dumbbells, Incline bench
Type
Compound
Incline Squeeze Press alternatives
Incline Barbell Bench Press
Chest
Decline Dumbbell Press
Chest
Incline Dumbbell Press
Chest
Smith Machine Incline Bench Press
Chest
More chest exercises
Archer Push Up
Bodyweight
Band Chest Fly
Resistance band
Band Chest Press
Resistance band
Band Resisted Push Up
Resistance band
Barbell Bench Press
Barbell
Barbell Floor Press
Barbell
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Incline Squeeze Press work?
The Incline Squeeze Press mainly works your chest, with help from your triceps and shoulders.
How many sets and reps should I do?
A good starting point is 6 to 12 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 6 to 12 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.
Is the Incline Squeeze Press good for beginners?
Yes. The Incline Squeeze Press is considered beginner and is a good choice if you are new to training. Start light and focus on form.
What equipment do I need for the Incline Squeeze Press?
You need dumbbells and incline bench.
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