Dumbbell Pullover vs Chest Fly and Push Up
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Chest Fly and Push Up works multiple joints at once, Dumbbell Pullover isolates — difficulty 2 of 5 vs 4. See which fits your Chest day.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Pullover and Chest Fly and Push Up and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Dumbbell Pullover vs Chest Fly and Push Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Pullover more often — 4,159 sessions compared to 1,111 for Chest Fly and Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Pullover and Chest Fly and 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 Pullover and Chest Fly and Push Up Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Pullover | Chest Fly and Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, back, and triceps | chest, triceps, and front delts |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,159 sessions | 1,111 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Pullover
Dumbbell Pullover Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Slowly lower the dumbbell above your head.
- 2. At this time, your chest and back should be sufficiently stretched.
- 3. Slowly lift the dumbbell to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If you feel pain in the front of your shoulder or chest, or if it is difficult to lower the dumbbell above the top of your head, do not overexert yourself and lower it only as much as you can, and adjust to a lighter dumbbell.
- 2. Engage your abs to protect your lower back so that your lower back does not overarch.
For a full Dumbbell Pullover guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Pullover exercise guide.
How to Do Chest Fly and Push Up
Chest Fly and Push Up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Bring your palms together so that your elbows touch in front of your body.
- 2. In that position, raise your arms up towards the sky.
- 3. Return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- Be careful not to strain your shoulders.
For a full Chest Fly and Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Chest Fly and Push Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Dumbbell Pullover or Chest Fly and Push Up?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Pullover more often — 4,159 sessions against 1,111 for Chest Fly and Push Up. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Dumbbell Pullover and Chest Fly and Push Up work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Pullover loads chest, back, and triceps, and Chest Fly and Push Up loads chest, triceps, and front delts.
What equipment do Dumbbell Pullover and Chest Fly and Push Up need?
Dumbbell Pullover needs a dumbbell, and Chest Fly and Push Up needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Chest Fly and Push Up is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Pullover once your form holds up.
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