Starting with incline bench press makes sense when your goal is to bring up your upper chest, overall chest balance and strength, and to keep your shoulders healthier. Here’s why people often put it first in a workout:
1. You hit your upper chest first which enhances its growth
The upper chest is usually a weaker area. Hitting it first means you can use more weight or can have high rep range with better form, which helps it grow faster.
2. It reduces shoulder stress and injury
Incline pressing often feels smoother on the front of the shoulders compared to flat bench. Doing it early keeps your shoulders strong and stable before they get tired from other presses.
3. Better overall pressing strength
Stronger upper chest and front delts translate into better performance on flat and overhead press later. Starting with incline builds that foundation.
4. It improves chest shape and balance
Many people have a well-developed lower chest but a lagging upper chest. Leading with incline helps even that out over time.
5. It keeps your form cleaner
When you’re fresh, it’s easier to control the angle, path, and tempo. Once you’re fatigued, incline form breaks down faster than flat bench does.
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