Incline Dumbbell Y Raise
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Muscles worked
- High load
- Traps · Lower
- Medium load
- Delts · Front and Rotator cuff
Primary muscles
How to do it
Lie chest-down on an incline bench with a light dumbbell in each hand. With thumbs pointing up and elbows nearly straight, raise your arms into a wide Y without shrugging. Lower slowly.
Form cues
- Reach into a wide Y.
- Keep the shoulders away from the ears.
Safety
Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:
NeckShoulderElbowWristUpper back
This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.