Primary Muscle: Chest
Equipment: Dumbbell
Level: Beginner
Purpose: To target the upper head of the pectoralis major muscle.
Execution: From a seated position on an incline bench, grasp a dumbbell in each hand and lift them to shoulder height with your palms facing forward. Keeping your scapula retracted and wrists straight, press the dumbbells straight up overhead until your arms are fully extended but not locked out. Without hitting the dumbbells together, squeeze at the peak contraction before lowering the dumbbells slowly to the start position.