Dumbbell Fly vs Standing Elbow Touch
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Fly more often — 6,000 sessions vs 431. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Fly and Standing Elbow Touch and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Dumbbell Fly vs Standing Elbow Touch: 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 431 for Standing Elbow Touch.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Fly and Standing Elbow Touch 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 Standing Elbow Touch Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Fly | Standing Elbow Touch |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, biceps, and front delts | |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 6,000 sessions | 431 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 Standing Elbow Touch
Standing Elbow Touch Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Stand and bring your arms in front of your chest.
- 2. Touch your elbows together.
- 3. Slowly return your arms to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your arms straight.
For a full Standing Elbow Touch guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Standing Elbow Touch exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Dumbbell Fly or Standing Elbow Touch?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Fly more often — 6,000 sessions against 431 for Standing Elbow Touch. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Dumbbell Fly and Standing Elbow Touch work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Fly loads chest, biceps, and front delts, and Standing Elbow Touch loads .
What equipment do Dumbbell Fly and Standing Elbow Touch need?
Dumbbell Fly needs a dumbbell, and Standing Elbow Touch needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Standing Elbow Touch is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Fly once your form holds up.
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