Incline Dumbbell Fly vs Criss Cross Arm Lift
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Fly more often — 2,435 sessions vs 423. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Incline Dumbbell Fly and Criss Cross Arm Lift and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Incline Dumbbell Fly vs Criss Cross Arm Lift: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Fly more often — 2,435 sessions compared to 423 for Criss Cross Arm Lift.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Incline Dumbbell Fly and Criss Cross Arm Lift differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Incline Dumbbell Fly and Criss Cross Arm Lift Differ
| What differs | Incline Dumbbell Fly | Criss Cross Arm Lift |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, biceps, and front delts | |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,435 sessions | 423 sessions |
How to Do Incline Dumbbell Fly
Incline Dumbbell Fly Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Slightly bend your arms and lower the dumbbells to chest height.
- 2. Slowly lift the dumbbells back to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please use light weights as this exercise can put strain on the shoulders.
- 2. If you experience shoulder pain, please stop and switch to another exercise.
- 3. Be careful not to fully extend your arms.
For a full Incline Dumbbell Fly guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Dumbbell Fly exercise guide.
How to Do Criss Cross Arm Lift
Criss Cross Arm Lift Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Cross your arms in front of your chest.
- 2. Raise your arms to the side.
- 3. Slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- Straighten your arms.
For a full Criss Cross Arm Lift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Criss Cross Arm Lift exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Incline Dumbbell Fly or Criss Cross Arm Lift?
Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Fly more often — 2,435 sessions against 423 for Criss Cross Arm Lift. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Incline Dumbbell Fly and Criss Cross Arm Lift work the same muscles?
Not quite. Incline Dumbbell Fly loads chest, biceps, and front delts, and Criss Cross Arm Lift loads .
What equipment do Incline Dumbbell Fly and Criss Cross Arm Lift need?
Incline Dumbbell Fly needs a dumbbell, and Criss Cross Arm Lift needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Criss Cross Arm Lift is the easier place to start. Move to Incline Dumbbell Fly once your form holds up.
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