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Chest-Supported Incline Reverse Raise

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Chest-Supported Incline Reverse Raise.

MediumRear shoulders

About this exercise

The dumbbell incline reverse raise with chest support (skier) is a rear deltoid exercise performed lying chest-down on an incline bench, where you raise the dumbbells backward and upward in a ski-jumper motion, eliminating body swing and placing pure tension on the posterior shoulder and upper back.

How to Perform

  • Set an adjustable bench to a low to moderate incline and lie face down with your chest on the pad
  • Hold a dumbbell in each hand with arms hanging straight down, palms facing each other
  • Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the movement
  • Raise both dumbbells backward and upward in a sweeping arc, mimicking a ski jumper's arm position
  • Continue until your arms are roughly parallel to the floor, squeezing the rear delts at the top
  • Pause briefly at the top of the movement
  • Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the hanging position under control
  • Repeat for the desired number of repetitions

Muscle Activation

Primary
Rear shoulders
Secondary
TrapeziusMiddle back

Common Mistakes

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About the Chest-Supported Incline Reverse Raise

The Chest-Supported Incline Reverse Raise is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.