Exercise technique

dumbbell one arm pullover on exercise ball

The dumbbell one arm pullover on exercise ball is a chest exercise that also engages the triceps, latissimus dorsi, and rhomboids. It requires balance and core stability due to the use of the exercise ball, as well as unilateral strength and coordination.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Sit on an exercise ball with your feet flat on the ground and your knees bent at a 90-degree angle.
  2. Hold a dumbbell with one hand and extend your arm straight up above your chest.
  3. Slowly lower the dumbbell behind your head while keeping your arm straight.
  4. Pause for a moment, then raise the dumbbell back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.

Which other muscles are involved?

Triceps, Latissimus dorsi, Rhomboids.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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