Dumbbell Pullover vs One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
Contents
- • Dumbbell Pullover vs One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
- • How Dumbbell Pullover and One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press Differ
- • Related comparisons
- • Frequently Asked Questions
- • How to Do Dumbbell Pullover
- • How to Do One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press
Planfit users log Dumbbell Pullover more often — 4,159 sessions vs 1. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Pullover and One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Dumbbell Pullover vs One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press: 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 for One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Pullover and One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press 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 One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Pullover | One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, back, and triceps | chest, triceps, and front delts |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,159 sessions | 1 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 One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press
One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Push the handle forward while extending your arms and contracting your chest in the center.
- 2. Do not fully extend your arms; hold them slightly bent for a moment.
- 3. Slowly return the handle to the starting position while maintaining muscle tension.
- 4. Perform the specified number of repetitions with one arm, then repeat the same with the opposite arm.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Do not excessively arch your back and keep your core tight.
- 2. If you feel pain in your shoulders, adjust the angle of your arms and the weight.
- 3. Maintain balance by matching the weights and repetitions on both sides.
For a full One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Dumbbell Pullover or One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press?
Planfit users log Dumbbell Pullover more often — 4,159 sessions against 1 for One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Dumbbell Pullover and One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Dumbbell Pullover loads chest, back, and triceps, and One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press loads chest, triceps, and front delts.
What equipment do Dumbbell Pullover and One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press need?
Dumbbell Pullover needs a dumbbell, and One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Pullover is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Hammer Strength Plate-Loaded Iso-Lateral Horizontal Bench Press once your form holds up.
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