Dumbbell Around Pullover
- Category
- Chest
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Equipment
- Dumbbells
- Primary muscles
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary muscles
- Deltoids, Latissimus Dorsi
How to do it
- Lie on your back on a bench with your feet flat on the floor. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, arms extended straight on your sides, palms facing down.
- Slowly raise the dumbbells in an arc over your torso and behind your head, keeping your arms straight.
- Return your arms back to the starting position in an arc motion, this time from your sides.
- Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions, ensuring a smooth and controlled motion throughout the exercise.
Form tips
- Focus on using your chest and shoulder muscles to control the movement, avoiding any swinging or using momentum.
- Ensure your wrists remain straight and aligned with your forearms throughout the exercise.
- Maintain a slight bend in your elbows to protect your joints.