Barbell Pullover vs Criss Cross Arm Lift
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Criss Cross Arm Lift more often — 423 sessions vs 147. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Pullover and Criss Cross Arm Lift and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Barbell Pullover vs Criss Cross Arm Lift: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Criss Cross Arm Lift more often — 423 sessions compared to 147 for Barbell Pullover.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Pullover and Criss Cross Arm Lift differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Barbell Pullover and Criss Cross Arm Lift Differ
| What differs | Barbell Pullover | Criss Cross Arm Lift |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, back, and triceps | |
| Equipment | a barbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 147 sessions | 423 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Pullover
Barbell Pullover Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Slowly lower the barbell over your head.
- 2. At this time, your chest and back should be sufficiently stretched.
- 3. Slowly lift the barbell to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If you can't lower the barbell all the way to the top of your head, please lower it as much as you can without overexerting yourself.
For a full Barbell Pullover guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Pullover exercise guide.
How to Do Criss Cross Arm Lift
Criss Cross Arm Lift Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Cross your arms in front of your chest.
- 2. Raise your arms to the side.
- 3. Slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- Straighten your arms.
For a full Criss Cross Arm Lift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Criss Cross Arm Lift exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Barbell Pullover or Criss Cross Arm Lift?
Planfit users log Criss Cross Arm Lift more often — 423 sessions against 147 for Barbell Pullover. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Barbell Pullover and Criss Cross Arm Lift work the same muscles?
Not quite. Barbell Pullover loads chest, back, and triceps, and Criss Cross Arm Lift loads .
What equipment do Barbell Pullover and Criss Cross Arm Lift need?
Barbell Pullover needs a barbell, and Criss Cross Arm Lift needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Criss Cross Arm Lift is the easier place to start. Move to Barbell Pullover once your form holds up.
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