Dumbbell Fly vs Band Crossover
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Fly more often — 6,000 sessions vs 131. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Fly and Band Crossover and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Dumbbell Fly vs Band Crossover: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Fly more often — 6,000 sessions compared to 131 for Band Crossover.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Fly and Band Crossover differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Dumbbell Fly and Band Crossover Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Fly | Band Crossover |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a resistance band |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 6,000 sessions | 131 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Fly
Dumbbell Fly Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Slightly bend your arms and lower the dumbbells to chest height.
- 2. Slowly lift the dumbbells back to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please use light weights as this exercise can put strain on your shoulders.
- 2. If you experience shoulder pain, please stop and switch to another exercise.
- 3. Be careful not to fully extend your arms.
For a full Dumbbell Fly guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Fly exercise guide.
How to Do Band Crossover
Band Crossover Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Hold the band with both hands, standing with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2. Cross one arm over the other and pull the band forward.
- 3. After crossing your arms, slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Slightly bend your arms and bring your hands together using your chest muscles.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
For a full Band Crossover guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Band Crossover exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Dumbbell Fly or Band Crossover?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Fly more often — 6,000 sessions against 131 for Band Crossover. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Dumbbell Fly and Band Crossover need?
Dumbbell Fly needs a dumbbell, and Band Crossover needs a resistance band.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Crossover is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Fly once your form holds up.
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