Incline Dumbbell Fly vs Kneeling Cobra Push-up
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Fly more often — 2,435 sessions vs 371. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Incline Dumbbell Fly and Kneeling Cobra Push-up and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Incline Dumbbell Fly vs Kneeling Cobra Push-up: 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 371 for Kneeling Cobra Push-up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Incline Dumbbell Fly and Kneeling Cobra Push-up 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 Kneeling Cobra Push-up Differ
| What differs | Incline Dumbbell Fly | Kneeling Cobra Push-up |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, biceps, and front delts | chest, triceps, and front delts |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,435 sessions | 371 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 Kneeling Cobra Push-up
Kneeling Cobra Push-up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Kneel down and place your hands under your shoulders.
- 2. Extend your arms and lift your upper body.
- 3. Slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- Stretch your arms straight.
For a full Kneeling Cobra Push-up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Kneeling Cobra Push-up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Incline Dumbbell Fly or Kneeling Cobra Push-up?
Planfit users log Incline Dumbbell Fly more often — 2,435 sessions against 371 for Kneeling Cobra Push-up. 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 Kneeling Cobra Push-up work the same muscles?
Not quite. Incline Dumbbell Fly loads chest, biceps, and front delts, and Kneeling Cobra Push-up loads chest, triceps, and front delts.
What equipment do Incline Dumbbell Fly and Kneeling Cobra Push-up need?
Incline Dumbbell Fly needs a dumbbell, and Kneeling Cobra Push-up needs bodyweight only.
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