How to do the Dumbbell Pullover On Exercise Ball
Dumbbell Pullover On Exercise Ball is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Pectorals in the Chest region. Performed using dumbbell, exercise ball, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Triceps and Latissimus Dorsi.
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Dumbbell Pullover On Exercise Ball at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Pectorals
- Secondary muscles
- Triceps, Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Dumbbell, Exercise Ball
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Dumbbell Pullover On Exercise Ball step by step
- 1Sit on an exercise ball and hold a dumbbell with both hands above your chest, arms extended.
- 2Slowly lower the dumbbell behind your head while keeping your arms straight.
- 3Pause for a moment, then raise the dumbbell back to the starting position.
- 4Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Dumbbell Pullover On Exercise Ball — questions
What muscles does the Dumbbell Pullover On Exercise Ball work?
The Dumbbell Pullover On Exercise Ball primarily targets the Pectorals. It also recruits the Triceps, Latissimus Dorsi as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Dumbbell Pullover On Exercise Ball?
You need dumbbell, exercise ball. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Dumbbell 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 Pullover On Exercise Ball?
Dumbbell Incline Fly On Exercise Ball, Dumbbell One Leg Fly On Exercise Ball, Cable Lying 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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