10 Best Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press Alternatives for Home Gyms

Ranked Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press Alternatives

10 substitutes, ranked by how closely each one matches the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press on movement pattern, muscles worked, equipment and body position. The higher the score, the less you change. Open "How to perform this exercise" on a card for the steps; every card title links to that exercise's own alternatives page.

1. Best match

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   1. Dumbbell One Arm Incline Chest Press

   99% match

   • Pectorals
   • Dumbbell
   • Advanced
   • Compound

   It uses the same equipment and still works the pectorals.

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Adjust the incline bench to a 45-degree angle.
   2. Sit on the bench with your back against the pad and feet flat on the ground.
   3. Hold a dumbbell in one hand with an overhand grip, resting it on your shoulder.
   4. Push the dumbbell up and away from your body, extending your arm fully.
   5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.

   Sets and reps: 3 to 5 sets of 5 to 8 reps on each side.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: incline press, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Equipment: free weights, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
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   2. Dumbbell Incline One Arm Hammer Press On Exercise Ball

   99% match

   • Pectorals
   • Dumbbell
   • Advanced
   • Compound

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Sit on an exercise ball with a dumbbell in one hand.
   2. Walk your feet forward and roll your body down until your head, neck, and upper back are supported on the ball.
   3. Hold the dumbbell with your palm facing inward and your elbow bent at a 90-degree angle.
   4. Press the dumbbell up towards the ceiling, straightening your arm.
   5. Lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.

   Sets and reps: 3 to 5 sets of 5 to 8 reps on each side.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: incline press, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Equipment: free weights, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
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   3. Dumbbell Incline One Arm Hammer Press

   98% match

   • Pectorals
   • Dumbbell
   • Advanced
   • Compound

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Sit on an incline bench with a dumbbell in one hand, resting on your thigh.
   2. Lean back on the bench and use your thigh to help raise the dumbbell to shoulder height.
   3. Rotate your wrist so that your palm is facing inward, towards your body.
   4. Press the dumbbell up and away from your body, extending your arm fully.
   5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.

   Sets and reps: 3 to 5 sets of 5 to 8 reps on each side.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: incline press, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Equipment: free weights, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
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   4. Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press On Exercise Ball

   98% match

   • Pectorals
   • Stability-ball
   • Advanced
   • Compound

   A good swap when you have a stability ball to work with, and it still works the pectorals.

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Sit on an exercise ball with a dumbbell in one hand, feet flat on the ground.
   2. Slowly walk your feet forward, rolling the ball until your head, neck, and upper back are supported on the ball.
   3. Hold the dumbbell at shoulder height with your palm facing forward.
   4. Press the dumbbell upward until your arm is fully extended.
   5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.

   Sets and reps: 3 to 5 sets of 5 to 8 reps on each side.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: incline press, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Balance: harder to stay steady on than the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
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   5. Dumbbell Incline Hammer Press On Exercise Ball

   92% match

   • Pectorals
   • Dumbbell
   • Intermediate
   • Compound

   Pick this when you want an easier version that still works the pectorals.

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Sit on an exercise ball with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing each other.
   2. Walk your feet forward and roll your body down the ball until your head, neck, and upper back are supported on the ball.
   3. Hold the dumbbells at shoulder level, elbows bent and pointing out to the sides.
   4. Press the dumbbells up and slightly inward, keeping your palms facing each other.
   5. Extend your arms fully, squeezing your triceps at the top of the movement.
   6. Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
   7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 or 4 sets of 6 to 10 reps.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: incline press, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Equipment: free weights, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
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   6. Dumbbell Incline Press On Exercise Ball

   92% match

   • Pectorals
   • Stability-ball
   • Intermediate
   • Compound

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Sit on an exercise ball with a dumbbell in each hand, palms facing forward.
   2. Slowly walk your feet forward, rolling your body down the ball until your head, neck, and upper back are supported on the ball.
   3. Hold the dumbbells at shoulder level, elbows bent and pointing out to the sides.
   4. Press the dumbbells upward, extending your arms fully.
   5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

   Sets and reps: 3 or 4 sets of 6 to 10 reps.

   Why this matches

   • Movement: incline press, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
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   7. Dumbbell One Arm Decline Chest Press

   90% match

   • Pectorals
   • Dumbbell
   • Advanced
   • Compound

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Lie on a decline bench with a dumbbell in one hand, resting on your chest.
   2. Place your feet flat on the ground and keep your back pressed against the bench.
   3. Extend your arm and push the dumbbell up towards the ceiling, fully extending your elbow.
   4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position.
   5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.

   Sets and reps: 3 to 5 sets of 5 to 8 reps on each side.

   Why this matches

   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Equipment: free weights, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
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   8. Dumbbell Decline One Arm Hammer Press

   89% match

   • Pectorals
   • Dumbbell
   • Advanced
   • Compound

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Lie on a decline bench with a dumbbell in one hand, resting on your chest.
   2. Extend your arm straight up, keeping your elbow slightly bent.
   3. Lower the dumbbell down towards your shoulder, keeping your elbow close to your body.
   4. Press the dumbbell back up to the starting position.
   5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.

   Sets and reps: 3 to 5 sets of 5 to 8 reps on each side.

   Why this matches

   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Equipment: free weights, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
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   9. Dumbbell One Arm Hammer Press On Exercise Ball

   89% match

   • Pectorals
   • Dumbbell
   • Advanced
   • Compound

   How to perform this exercise

   1. Sit on an exercise ball with your feet flat on the ground and your back straight.
   2. Hold a dumbbell in one hand with your palm facing inwards and your elbow bent at a 90-degree angle.
   3. Place your other hand on your hip for stability.
   4. Press the dumbbell upwards, extending your arm fully.
   5. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
   6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.

   Sets and reps: 3 to 5 sets of 5 to 8 reps on each side.

   Why this matches

   • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Equipment: free weights, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
   • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
10. Play demonstration

    10. Dumbbell One Arm Press On Exercise Ball

    88% match

    • Pectorals
    • Dumbbell
    • Intermediate
    • Compound

    How to perform this exercise

    1. Sit on an exercise ball with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent at a 90-degree angle.
    2. Hold a dumbbell in one hand and position it at shoulder height, with your elbow bent and palm facing forward.
    3. Slowly press the dumbbell upward until your arm is fully extended, while keeping your core engaged and maintaining balance on the exercise ball.
    4. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
    5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch to the other arm.

    Sets and reps: 3 or 4 sets of 6 to 10 reps on each side.

    Why this matches

    • Primary muscle: pectorals, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
    • Equipment: free weights, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
    • Body position: lying on your back, the same as the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press
    • Balance: harder to stay steady on than the Dumbbell Incline One Arm Press