Dumbbell Fly vs Cable Crossover
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Dumbbell Fly and Cable Crossover are close in use — 4,004 vs 2,882 sessions logged. What separates them is Chest loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Fly and Cable Crossover and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Dumbbell Fly vs Cable Crossover: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Cable Crossover more often — 4,004 sessions compared to 2,882 for Dumbbell Fly.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Fly and Cable 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 Cable Crossover Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Fly | Cable Crossover |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,882 sessions | 4,004 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 Cable Crossover
Cable Crossover Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. With your arms slightly bent, bring your hands together using your chest muscles.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please use light weights as this exercise can put strain on the shoulders.
- 2. If you experience shoulder pain, please stop and switch to a different exercise.
- 3. Be careful not to fully extend your arms.
For a full Cable Crossover guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Crossover exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Dumbbell Fly or Cable Crossover?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Chest, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Dumbbell Fly and Cable Crossover need?
Dumbbell Fly needs a dumbbell, and Cable Crossover needs a machine.
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