How to do the Dumbbell Lying Pullover On Exercise Ball
Dumbbell Lying Pullover On Exercise Ball is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Pectorals in the Chest region. Performed using dumbbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Triceps and Shoulders.
Dumbbell Lying Pullover On Exercise Ball demonstration · © GymiaFit
Dumbbell Lying Pullover On Exercise Ball at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Pectorals
- Secondary muscles
- Triceps, Shoulders, Back
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Dumbbell Lying Pullover On Exercise Ball step by step
- 1Sit on an exercise ball and roll forward until your upper back is resting on the ball.
- 2Hold a dumbbell with both hands and extend your arms straight up over your chest.
- 3Slowly lower the dumbbell behind your head while keeping your arms straight.
- 4Pause for a moment, then raise the dumbbell back to the starting position.
- 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Lying Pullover On Exercise Ball — questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Lying Pullover On Exercise Ball work?
The Dumbbell Lying Pullover On Exercise Ball primarily targets the Pectorals. It also recruits the Triceps, Shoulders, Back as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Lying Pullover On Exercise Ball?
You need dumbbell. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Dumbbell Lying Pullover On Exercise Ball suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Dumbbell Lying Pullover On Exercise Ball?
Dumbbell Around Pullover, Dumbbell Decline Fly, Dumbbell Decline One Arm Fly train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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