Dumbbell Pullover

Chest, upper body
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IsolationTargets: Upper chest, Middle chest, Lats

About

Pullover is a workout that develops the overall upper body. It can target the chest, lats and triceps!

How to Dumbbell Pullover

Starting Position

1. Hold the dumbbell with both hands while securing the upper part of your back on the bench, and keep your feet fixed on the floor.

2. Engage your glutes to straighten your back.

3. Position the dumbbell above your face.

Proper 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.

Breathing Technique

Inhale when lowering your arms, and exhale when raising your arms.

Common Mistakes in Dumbbell Pullover

  • Lower back arches too much

    Why it's wrongThis can stress the lower back.

    How to fix itBrace your core and keep your lower back close to the bench.

    Dumbbell Pullover โ€” Lower back arches too much
  • Bending and straightening the elbows

    Why it's wrongThis turns it into more of a triceps exercise.

    How to fix itKeep a small elbow bend throughout.

    Dumbbell Pullover โ€” Bending and straightening the elbows
  • Lowering the dumbbell too far back

    Why it's wrongThis can strain the shoulders or lower back.

    How to fix itLower only as far as your shoulders feel comfortable.

    Dumbbell Pullover โ€” Lowering the dumbbell too far back

Precautions

If you cannot lower the dumbbell above your head, please lower it as much as you can without straining.

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