Incline Chest Press Machine vs Barbell Pullover
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Incline Chest Press Machine more often — 16,089 sessions vs 147. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Incline Chest Press Machine and Barbell Pullover and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Incline Chest Press Machine vs Barbell Pullover: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Incline Chest Press Machine more often — 16,089 sessions compared to 147 for Barbell Pullover.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Incline Chest Press Machine and Barbell Pullover differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Incline Chest Press Machine and Barbell Pullover Differ
| What differs | Incline Chest Press Machine | Barbell Pullover |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, triceps, and front delts | chest, back, and triceps |
| Equipment | a machine | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 16,089 sessions | 147 sessions |
How to Do Incline Chest Press Machine
Incline Chest Press Machine Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Please push the handle hard.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If you fully extend your elbow, it may strain, so it doesn't extend all the way.
For a full Incline Chest Press Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Chest Press Machine exercise guide.
How to Do Barbell Pullover
Barbell Pullover Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Slowly lower the barbell over your head.
- 2. At this time, your chest and back should be sufficiently stretched.
- 3. Slowly lift the barbell to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If you can't lower the barbell all the way to the top of your head, please lower it as much as you can without overexerting yourself.
For a full Barbell Pullover guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Pullover exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Incline Chest Press Machine or Barbell Pullover?
Planfit users log Incline Chest Press Machine more often — 16,089 sessions against 147 for Barbell Pullover. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Incline Chest Press Machine and Barbell Pullover work the same muscles?
Not quite. Incline Chest Press Machine loads chest, triceps, and front delts, and Barbell Pullover loads chest, back, and triceps.
What equipment do Incline Chest Press Machine and Barbell Pullover need?
Incline Chest Press Machine needs a machine, and Barbell Pullover needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Incline Chest Press Machine is the easier place to start. Move to Barbell Pullover once your form holds up.
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