Dumbbell Pullover vs Diamond Push Up
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dumbbell Pullover more often — 4,159 sessions vs 696. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Pullover and Diamond Push Up and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Dumbbell Pullover vs Diamond 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 696 for Diamond Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Pullover and Diamond 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 Diamond Push Up Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Pullover | Diamond Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, back, and triceps | chest and triceps |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,159 sessions | 696 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 Diamond Push Up
Diamond Push Up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Please lower until your chest is just about to touch your hands.
- 2. Engage your arms and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please go down only as far as you can without straining your elbows.
- 2. Keep your core engaged to prevent your hips from dropping.
For a full Diamond Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Diamond Push Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Dumbbell Pullover or Diamond Push Up?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Pullover more often — 4,159 sessions against 696 for Diamond 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 Diamond Push Up work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Pullover loads chest, back, and triceps, and Diamond Push Up loads chest and triceps.
What equipment do Dumbbell Pullover and Diamond Push Up need?
Dumbbell Pullover needs a dumbbell, and Diamond Push Up needs bodyweight only.
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