Bent Arm Barbell Pullover
A weight training exercise that targets the upper body muscles.
Instructions
- Lie on your back on a bench, with feet firmly on the ground.
- Hold a barbell with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- Extend your arms overhead, keeping them slightly bent.
- Lower the barbell behind your head in an arch motion.
- Return to starting position, feeling the stretch in your chest.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using too much weight leading to improper form.
- Failing to keep arms slightly bent throughout movement.
- Not controlling the barbell's descent and ascent.
Additional Information
General | |
Difficulty | intermediate |
Force | pull |
Mechanic | compound |
Equipment | barbell |
Muscle | chest |