Dumbbell Pullover
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Muscles worked
- High load
- Lats and Upper back · Teres
- Medium load
- Chest
- Low load
- Core and Triceps
Primary muscles
How to do it
Lie lengthwise on a bench and hold one dumbbell with both hands above your chest. With elbows slightly bent, lower it behind your head as far as you can control without arching your back, then pull it back above your chest.
Form cues
- Keep a slight bend in your elbows.
- Move only through a comfortable shoulder range.
Safety
Talk to a professional before this exercise if you have any of the following:
ShoulderElbowWristUpper backLower back
This is general exercise reference, not medical advice. Stop and consult a qualified professional if an exercise causes pain, and never work through joint pain.