Barbell Bent Arm Pullover Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Levator Scapulae, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Teres Major, Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Pullover with Barbell
How to: Barbell Bent Arm Pullover
- Lie on a bench with your upper back supported and your feet firmly on the ground.
- Hold the barbell over your chest with both hands shoulder-width apart.
- Lower the barbell back behind your head in a controlled manner.
- Raise it back to the starting position, engaging your back muscles.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the elbows to flare out too much.
- Arching the lower back during the pull.
- Not keeping the movement controlled.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight or perform the exercise on a stability ball for added support.
- Perform the exercise with your feet planted on the ground for better stability.
Tips
- Engage your core to stabilize your body during the movement.
- Control the weight and avoid using momentum to lift the bar.
- Keep your elbows slightly bent throughout the exercise.
Barbell Bent Arm Pullover Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
latissimus dorsi
triceps
pullover
barbell