Shoulders
The main muscle group listed for this exercise.
Exercise guide
Straight Raises on Incline Bench
Straight Raises on Incline Bench is a beginner-friendly shoulder exercise performed with a barbell. It also involves the back.
Barbell
The equipment listed for this variation.
Beginner
The recorded setup and movement complexity.
Shoulders
Straight Raises on Incline Bench also involves back.
Strength
Movement pattern: raise. This is an isolation exercise.
Beginner
This level reflects the setup and movement complexity recorded for this exercise.
Instructions
How to do Straight Raises on Incline Bench
- Place a bar on the ground behind the head of an incline bench.
- Lay on the bench face down. With a pronated grip, pick the barbell up from the floor, keeping your arms straight. Allow the bar to hang straight down. This will be your starting position.
- To begin, raise the barbell out in front of your head while keeping your arms extended.
- Return to the starting position.
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FAQ
Common questions about Straight Raises on Incline Bench.
What muscles does Straight Raises on Incline Bench work?
Straight Raises on Incline Bench primarily trains the shoulders and also involves the back.
Is Straight Raises on Incline Bench beginner-friendly?
Yes. It is listed as beginner-friendly.
What equipment do I need for Straight Raises on Incline Bench?
This variation uses a barbell.
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