Dumbbell Pullover vs Dips
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
Contents
Dips works multiple joints at once, Dumbbell Pullover isolates — difficulty 4 of 5 vs 4. See which fits your Chest day.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Pullover and Dips and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Dumbbell Pullover vs Dips: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dips more often — 9,623 sessions compared to 4,159 for Dumbbell Pullover.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Pullover and Dips 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 Dips Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Pullover | Dips |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, back, and triceps | chest, triceps, and front delts |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a dip bar |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,159 sessions | 9,623 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 Dips
Dips Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Please slowly lower down while keeping your shoulders fixed down.
- 2. If you go down too much, you might injure your shoulders, so please gradually increase your range of motion.
- 3. Return to the starting position while engaging your core.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If you are significantly overweight, it may put strain on your shoulders, so please substitute with other exercises.
- 2. Be careful not to go down too much, as it can injure your shoulders.
For a full Dips guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dips exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Dumbbell Pullover or Dips?
Planfit users log Dips more often — 9,623 sessions against 4,159 for Dumbbell Pullover. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Dumbbell Pullover and Dips work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Pullover loads chest, back, and triceps, and Dips loads chest, triceps, and front delts.
What equipment do Dumbbell Pullover and Dips need?
Dumbbell Pullover needs a dumbbell, and Dips needs a dip bar.
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