Load video: Incline Olympic Bench DRE6005

Exercises and muscles targeted

Exercise	Muscles Targeted
Incline Barbell Bench Press	Pectoralis Major — Clavicular Head (upper chest, primary), Anterior Deltoid (primary), Triceps Brachii (secondary), Serratus Anterior (stabiliser)
Close-Grip Incline Press	Triceps Brachii (all three heads, primary), Pectoralis Major — Clavicular Head (secondary), Anterior Deltoid (secondary)
Wide-Grip Incline Press	Pectoralis Major — Clavicular Head (outer upper chest emphasis), Anterior Deltoid, Triceps Brachii (reduced involvement vs standard grip)
Incline Pause Press	Pectoralis Major — Clavicular Head (eliminates stretch reflex, maximises time under tension), Anterior Deltoid, Triceps Brachii, Rotator Cuff (stabiliser under load)
Incline Barbell Skull Crusher	Triceps Brachii — Long Head (primary, greater stretch than flat skull crushers), Medial and Lateral heads (secondary), Anterior Deltoid (stabiliser)

The incline press loads the clavicular head of the pectoralis major more directly than flat pressing, which targets the sternal head instead. Most lifters find the upper chest the hardest region to develop, and a dedicated incline Olympic bench is the most reliable way to address it with progressive barbell loading. The DRE6005 suits upper chest development programmes, strength sport accessory work, and any routine built around a complete three-angle pressing approach.

Who this machine is built for

Serious Home Gym Builders
You already have a flat bench and you know the incline press is what your upper chest is missing. The DRE6005 gives you a dedicated incline station at 661 lb load capacity, which means you will never outgrow it. The 7-position seat means you set it up for your proportions once and it stays right every session, not a different compromise each time.

Commercial Gym Owners and Operators
Incline bench is one of the consistently busiest stations in any well-equipped gym. The two-height barbell hooks handle the variation between members without requiring manual upright adjustment, and the three-level safety arms keep the station usable for solo trainers without needing staff supervision. The rubber bumpers on the barbell rods protect both the hooks and members' barbells from daily wear.

Bodybuilders and Physique Athletes
Upper chest fullness is a judging criterion in virtually every physique category, and the barbell incline press remains one of the highest-yield movements for building it. The fixed 30° angle is deliberate here. A steeper incline shifts the load predominantly onto the anterior deltoid, which defeats the purpose of an upper chest exercise. At 30° the clavicular head does the majority of the work, which is exactly where the muscle stimulus needs to land.

Powerlifters and Strength Athletes
Incline pressing is a staple accessory movement in most powerlifting programmes, used to build upper chest and anterior deltoid strength that transfers to the competition flat bench. The short hook design matters at heavier loads because a clean, minimal lift-off reduces fatigue and technique drift before the working set begins. The three-level safety system means you can take a heavy incline set close to failure without a second person in the room.

University and College Athletic Departments
Horizontal pushing strength in multiple planes is a standard component of upper body training for most team sports. University S&C facilities need benches that work across a wide range of athlete body sizes, and the 7-position seat on the DRE6005 does exactly that. A 5'8" wrestler and a 6'4" basketball player will both find a seat position that puts them in the correct pressing posture rather than forcing both into the same setup.

High School and Academy Sports Programmes
Young athletes learning incline pressing for the first time need a setup that makes correct technique the path of least resistance. The 30° fixed angle removes any guesswork about pad position, and the safety arms give coaches a reliable catch system they can set before a session rather than spotting every working set manually. The two barbell hook heights mean a shorter athlete does not have to fight the unrack before their set even starts.

How to setup and use

Setting Up the DRE6005 Incline Olympic Bench

Position the bench on a flat, level surface with the rack uprights positioned at the correct end for the incline press starting position.
Set the back pad to the desired incline angle using the pop pin or ladder adjustment. Standard incline press angles range from 30 to 45 degrees. A lower angle of 15 to 30 degrees targets the upper chest with less anterior deltoid involvement. An angle above 45 degrees shifts emphasis significantly toward the anterior deltoid rather than the pectoral.
Confirm the adjustment pin is fully engaged in the selected hole before loading the bar or sitting against the pad.
Set the barbell rack height so the bar is reachable from the inclined lying position with the elbows slightly bent. The rack height that suits a flat bench will typically be too high for an incline setup — adjust accordingly.
Load weight plates evenly onto both sides of the barbell and secure with collars before lying back.

Performing Incline Barbell Press

Lie back against the inclined pad with the shoulder blades retracted and depressed, the lower back maintaining its natural curve against the pad, and both feet flat on the floor.
Grip the bar at shoulder width or slightly wider. Lift the bar off the rack by pressing upward and move it slightly forward to position it directly above the upper chest with arms extended.
Lower the bar under control to the upper chest at approximately the clavicle level, keeping the elbows at approximately 75 degrees.
Press back to the extended starting position and repeat for the required reps.
After the final rep, move the bar backward onto the rack hooks before releasing the grip. On an incline the bar needs to travel back further to clear the uprights than on a flat bench — confirm the re-rack path before beginning.

General Notes

The incline angle places more demand on the anterior deltoid compared to flat pressing. Users with anterior shoulder sensitivity should start at a lower incline angle and assess comfort before increasing the angle.
Always use a spotter or set safety catches when pressing near maximum effort on any Olympic bench including the incline.
Adjust the rack height specifically for the incline position before each session — the same rack height setting used for flat bench pressing will not be correct for incline work.

Owner's Manual

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Commercial incline Olympic bench rated to 661 lbs with a fixed 30° back pad engineered specifically for upper chest pressing mechanics
Two-height barbell hooks with a short hook design cut the lift-off arc so each set starts from a clean, controlled position
7-position adjustable seat pad accommodates users of different heights so everyone presses from the correct angle every time
Three-level removable safety arms protect solo lifters at the sticking point and store neatly on the bottom hooks when not needed

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Exercises and muscles targeted

Exercise	Muscles Targeted
Incline Barbell Bench Press	Pectoralis Major — Clavicular Head (upper chest, primary), Anterior Deltoid (primary), Triceps Brachii (secondary), Serratus Anterior (stabiliser)
Close-Grip Incline Press	Triceps Brachii (all three heads, primary), Pectoralis Major — Clavicular Head (secondary), Anterior Deltoid (secondary)
Wide-Grip Incline Press	Pectoralis Major — Clavicular Head (outer upper chest emphasis), Anterior Deltoid, Triceps Brachii (reduced involvement vs standard grip)
Incline Pause Press	Pectoralis Major — Clavicular Head (eliminates stretch reflex, maximises time under tension), Anterior Deltoid, Triceps Brachii, Rotator Cuff (stabiliser under load)
Incline Barbell Skull Crusher	Triceps Brachii — Long Head (primary, greater stretch than flat skull crushers), Medial and Lateral heads (secondary), Anterior Deltoid (stabiliser)

Who this machine is built for

How to setup and use

Setting Up the DRE6005 Incline Olympic Bench

Position the bench on a flat, level surface with the rack uprights positioned at the correct end for the incline press starting position.
Set the back pad to the desired incline angle using the pop pin or ladder adjustment. Standard incline press angles range from 30 to 45 degrees. A lower angle of 15 to 30 degrees targets the upper chest with less anterior deltoid involvement. An angle above 45 degrees shifts emphasis significantly toward the anterior deltoid rather than the pectoral.
Confirm the adjustment pin is fully engaged in the selected hole before loading the bar or sitting against the pad.
Set the barbell rack height so the bar is reachable from the inclined lying position with the elbows slightly bent. The rack height that suits a flat bench will typically be too high for an incline setup — adjust accordingly.
Load weight plates evenly onto both sides of the barbell and secure with collars before lying back.

Performing Incline Barbell Press

Lie back against the inclined pad with the shoulder blades retracted and depressed, the lower back maintaining its natural curve against the pad, and both feet flat on the floor.
Grip the bar at shoulder width or slightly wider. Lift the bar off the rack by pressing upward and move it slightly forward to position it directly above the upper chest with arms extended.
Lower the bar under control to the upper chest at approximately the clavicle level, keeping the elbows at approximately 75 degrees.
Press back to the extended starting position and repeat for the required reps.
After the final rep, move the bar backward onto the rack hooks before releasing the grip. On an incline the bar needs to travel back further to clear the uprights than on a flat bench — confirm the re-rack path before beginning.

General Notes

The incline angle places more demand on the anterior deltoid compared to flat pressing. Users with anterior shoulder sensitivity should start at a lower incline angle and assess comfort before increasing the angle.
Always use a spotter or set safety catches when pressing near maximum effort on any Olympic bench including the incline.
Adjust the rack height specifically for the incline position before each session — the same rack height setting used for flat bench pressing will not be correct for incline work.

Owner's Manual

Access the complete assembly guide, parts list, and maintenance schedule below.

Download Owners Manual

Shipping & Delivery

All Dynasty Fitness equipment ships free across the 48 contiguous US states via freight carrier. If the product description says preorder, we'll send you an estimated delivery date via email.

Returns: Free within 30 days of delivery. Items must be in original condition and packaging. Refunds processed within 5 business days of return receipt.

Questions? Contact our team at:
📧Email: info@thedynastyfitness.com
📞Call: +1 (213)-584-0858

Need a buying guide?

Looking for one to one support before making final decision?
Feel free to contact us. Our expert support team would love to assist you.

Need Installation Help?

We have partnered with another company to help provide installation around the country. Please use the link below to see the price per machine for installation
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Incline Olympic Bench DRE6005

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Key Features

30-Degree Fixed Incline Back Pad

The back pad sits at a fixed 30° incline, which is the angle most commonly cited by coaches and strength athletes as the most effective for targeting the clavicular head of the pectoralis major without shifting the primary load onto the anterior deltoid. At steeper angles the shoulder takes over. At shallower angles the movement becomes too similar to a flat press. The fixed geometry means the pressing angle is the same for every user on every set, which matters for programme consistency and tracking progress over time.

7-Position Adjustable Seat Pad

The seat pad adjusts to 7 positions via a pop pin mechanism, allowing users to set the seat height so their feet are flat on the floor and their hips are positioned directly under their pressing angle. An incorrectly set seat causes the hips to slide forward during the press, which shifts the torso off the back pad and changes the effective angle of the movement. The 7 positions cover the full range of user heights from shorter athletes to taller lifters without compromising the sitting position for either.

Two-Height Barbell Hooks

The uprights offer two hook positions to accommodate different arm lengths and individual preferences for bar height at the start of a set. The ideal unrack position puts the bar directly above the lower chest with a near-straight arm extension, so the first movement of the set is a clean press rather than a lateral or vertical correction. Having both heights available on the same station means every user finds their natural starting position without adjusting the uprights.

Short Barbell Hook Design

The compact hook geometry shortens the horizontal distance the bar must travel before clearing the hook during the unrack. On a standard long hook, the bar has to arc forward and up through a longer path before it is free for the press. The shorter arc means the unrack is crisper and requires less shoulder activation before the set begins. At heavier training loads this translates to less pre-set fatigue and a more controlled start position on each working set.

Three-Level Removable Safety Arms

The catch arms set to 3 height positions, allowing each user to place them just below the lowest point of their pressing arc so a failed rep is caught cleanly rather than dropping onto the chest. When training with a spotter, the arms pull off and store on the lower hooks so they stay within reach but completely out of the way. The arms are rated to the same 661 lb capacity as the rest of the station, so they function as a genuine catch system rather than a token safety feature.

Four Barbell Rods with Rubber Bumpers

Each hook position uses two barbell rods, giving four contact points across the two uprights. The rubber bumpers fitted to each rod cushion the barbell during racking and unracking. In a commercial environment where the same bar is racked and unracked dozens of times each day, the bumpers prevent the metal-on-metal wear that damages both the hook surface and the barbell's knurling over time. This is a detail that matters more over months of daily use than it appears at first glance.

Product Information
Product Name	Incline Olympic Bench
Model	DRE6005
Series	RE60 Free Weight Series
Product Type	Incline Olympic Bench Press Station
Primary Use	Olympic barbell incline bench press and pressing variations
Target Muscles	Pectoralis Major — Clavicular Head (upper chest), Anterior Deltoid, Triceps Brachii
Grade	Commercial
Standard Colour	Gray
Dimensions and Weight
Length	65.7 in (166.9 cm)
Width	59.7 in (151.6 cm)
Height	73.7 in (187.3 cm)
Net Weight	231 lbs (105 kg)
Maximum Load Capacity	661 lbs (300 kg)
Barbell Hooks and Safety System
Barbell Hook Heights	2 positions
Hook Design	Short barbell hook — reduced lift-off arc
Barbell Rods	4, fitted with rubber bumpers
Safety Arm Levels	3 positions
Safety Arm Type	Removable, store on bottom hooks when not in use
Pad and Upholstery
Back Pad Angle	Fixed 30° incline
Back Pad Design	Ergonomic, upper torso and scapula support
Seat Pad Positions	7 positions, pop pin adjustment
Upholstery	Commercial vinyl, back pad and seat pad
Indoor Use Only	Yes

Q: Why is the back pad fixed at 30° rather than adjustable?
A: The 30° angle is where the clavicular head of the pectoralis major does the most work on an incline press. At steeper angles the anterior deltoid becomes the primary driver and the upper chest benefits less. Keeping the pad fixed at 30° means the training stimulus is consistent across every user and every session, which is what you want when you are trying to build a specific part of the chest progressively over time. If you want a different angle, a flat bench or adjustable bench serves that purpose.

Q: How does the incline press compare to the flat bench press for chest development?
A: They train different portions of the same muscle. The flat bench loads the sternal head of the pectoralis major more heavily, which is the broad mid-section of the chest. The incline bench loads the clavicular head, which is the upper chest closest to the collarbone. Most serious lifters use both, typically prioritising whichever area is underdeveloped. If you are pairing the DRE6005 with the DRE6004 Flat Olympic Bench, you have both covered from a dedicated station for each.

Q: Can I use this bench without a spotter?
A: Yes, if you set the safety arms correctly. Position them just below the point where the bar touches your chest at the bottom of the press. If a rep fails, the bar lands on the catches rather than on you. The three-level adjustment lets you dial in the catch height to your body dimensions. When you are training with a partner, the arms pull off in seconds and store on the bottom hooks of the uprights.

Q: Is 661 lbs enough load capacity for a strong or advanced lifter?
A: For incline pressing specifically, 661 lbs covers practically every training scenario including competitive powerlifters and strong bodybuilders. Most athletes find they incline press significantly less than they flat bench, so the load ceiling on the DRE6005 is rarely a limiting factor. The bench frame and uprights are built to that rating without flex or instability, which matters more at higher loads than the number itself.

Q: Does the seat position affect where the muscles are worked?
A: The seat position does not change the muscle emphasis, but it changes whether the muscles are worked correctly. If your seat is set too low, your hips slide forward during the press and your torso lifts off the back pad, which effectively reduces the incline angle mid-set. If it is too high, your lower back arches excessively to reach the bar. The right seat position puts your feet flat on the floor with your back fully supported against the pad throughout the entire rep, which is what makes the 30° angle do what it is supposed to do.

Q: What Dynasty Fitness benches pair with the DRE6005 for a complete bench press area?
A: The natural pairing is the DRE6004 Flat Olympic Bench for the mid-chest horizontal press and the DRE6006 Decline Olympic Bench for lower chest work. All three share the same RE60 Free Weight Series construction standard, so the stations look consistent together and share the same maintenance approach. If you are outfitting a dedicated bench press area, these three cover the full pressing angle range from decline through flat to incline without overlap.

Q: How loud is this bench during use and does it suit a home gym?
A: The DRE6005 produces no mechanical noise during use beyond the sound of the barbell and weight plates, which is the same as any Olympic bench press setup. There are no cables, pulleys, or weight stacks to generate additional noise. It suits a garage gym, dedicated home gym room, or any commercial space without noise restrictions. At 231 lbs the bench does not move during use, and no floor anchoring is required.

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