Using the FitnessTracker app to improve upper body symmetry? The Straight-Arm Dumbbell Pullover offers unique activation across both the chest and lats, making it a great hybrid movement for breath control and upper torso mobility.
Instructions
- Place a dumbbell upright on a bench and lie perpendicular across it, with only your shoulders resting on the bench.
- Grab the dumbbell with both hands, holding the top plate securely above your chest with arms extended.
- Lower the dumbbell in a slow arc behind your head while keeping your arms straight and elbows soft.
- Pause at the stretched position, then return the dumbbell to the starting position over your chest using the same path.
- Repeat for the prescribed number of reps, keeping your hips low and spine stable.
Related Muscle Groups
- Chest
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