This exercise strengthens the chest (pectoral muscle), with the emphasis on the upper portion, front shoulders and triceps.  This is an excellent upper body strengthener since it incorporates multiple muscle groups as well as targeting the chest.

• Hold a dumbbell in each hand, lie on an incline bench (adjusted to 45 degrees) with your knees bent and aligned over your ankles, feet slightly wider than shoulders.
• Press dumbbells up directly over the chest, arms straight (slight bend, not locked at the elbow joint), palms facing forward.
• Lower weights out to the side of chest until elbows are bent at 90 degrees and aligned with shoulders.
• Extend arms over chest to return to starting position; repeat.
• Do 2-3 sets of 12-15 repetitions.

Tip on Form:  To maintain the chest contraction, keep your shoulder blades back and down the entire time.

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