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Alternating Incline Water Bottle Press

Alternating incline press that increases core demand and allows focus on each side independently.

ChestBeginnerStrengthPress

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: chest. Secondary: shoulders, triceps, core
Muscle groupChest
DifficultyBeginner
TypeStrength · Press
Sets & reps4 sets × 10-12 each side
Estimated calories burned~24 kcal

How to do it

  1. Sit on an incline bench holding water bottles at the shoulders.
  2. Press one bottle upward while the other remains at the shoulder.
  3. Lower and alternate sides.
  4. Keep the core braced and hips stable.
  5. Repeat for desired reps.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Alternating incline press that increases core demand and allows focus on each side independently.

Common mistakes

Avoid rotating the torso excessively or rushing the reps.

Make it harder

Use heavier bottles or add a pause at the top.

Make it easier

Press both bottles simultaneously.

Breathing

Exhale as you press each side, inhale as you lower.

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