ChestBackTricepsDumbbellintermediate

Dumbbell Pullover

The dumbbell pullover works both the chest and lats in a single movement. Lie perpendicular across a bench and lower a dumbbell behind your head in a wide arc.

How to Perform

1

Lie across a bench with only your upper back supported, hips below bench level.

2

Hold one dumbbell with both hands above your chest, arms slightly bent.

3

Lower the dumbbell behind your head in a wide arc, feeling the stretch.

4

Pull the dumbbell back to the starting position using your chest and lats.

5

Keep the slight elbow bend constant throughout.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Bending the elbows too much, turning it into a skull crusher.

Not going deep enough for a full stretch.

Using too much weight and losing control.

Muscle Activation

Chest60%
Back55%
Triceps15%

Variations

Cable PulloverBarbell Pullover

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