Dumbbell Fly vs Bear Push-up
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Fly more often — 6,000 sessions vs 49. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Fly and Bear Push-up and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Dumbbell Fly vs Bear Push-up: 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 49 for Bear Push-up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Fly and Bear Push-up 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 Bear Push-up Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Fly | Bear Push-up |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, biceps, and front delts | chest, triceps, and front delts |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 6,000 sessions | 49 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 Bear Push-up
Bear Push-up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Stand on all fours and take the push-up position.
- 2. Bend your arms and lower your chest.
- 3. Straighten your arms and lift your body.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your upper body straight.
For a full Bear Push-up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Bear Push-up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Dumbbell Fly or Bear Push-up?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Fly more often — 6,000 sessions against 49 for Bear Push-up. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Dumbbell Fly and Bear Push-up work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Fly loads chest, biceps, and front delts, and Bear Push-up loads chest, triceps, and front delts.
What equipment do Dumbbell Fly and Bear Push-up need?
Dumbbell Fly needs a dumbbell, and Bear Push-up needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Bear Push-up is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Fly once your form holds up.
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