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How to do it
Lower the dumbbell behind your head with semi-bent elbows, seeking a chest and lat stretch
Muscles worked
Mainly pecho. Train it inside a balanced routine to progress safely.
Technical sheet
- Movement pattern
- Isolation
- Minimum level
- Intermediate
- Technical demand
- Needs coaching
- Fatigue it generates
- Moderate (0.7 out of 2.2)
- Risk if technique breaks down
- Low
- Peak tension in the stretched position
These are the values the generator uses to decide where the exercise goes within the session.
Recommended sets and reps
As an isolation exercise, it works best in 3–4 sets of 10–15 reps with 0–2 RIR. Use it at the end of the session to add volume without systemic fatigue.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Bouncing the bar or dumbbells off the chest instead of controlling the final part of the range.
- Using too much weight at the cost of technique and full range of motion.
- Doing reps too fast, without controlling the eccentric (lowering) phase.
Alternative exercises
More Isolation exercises
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does Dumbbell pullover work?
Dumbbell pullover mainly works the pecho muscle group, plus synergist and stabilizer muscles depending on the variation.
How many sets of Dumbbell pullover should I do?
Between 3 and 5 sets per session, adjusting the total weekly volume for pecho to your level (about 10–20 sets per muscle per week).
Is Dumbbell pullover good for building muscle?
Yes. Combined with progressive overload, good technique and enough rest, it's an effective tool to grow pecho.
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