Back
The main muscle group listed for this exercise.
Exercise guide
Bent-Arm Barbell Pullover
Bent-Arm Barbell Pullover is an intermediate-level back exercise performed with a barbell. It also involves the chest, shoulders, and arms.
Barbell
The equipment listed for this variation.
Intermediate
The recorded setup and movement complexity.
Back
Bent-Arm Barbell Pullover also involves chest, shoulders, arms.
Strength
Movement pattern: general. This is a compound exercise.
Intermediate
This level reflects the setup and movement complexity recorded for this exercise.
Instructions
How to do Bent-Arm Barbell Pullover
- Lie on a flat bench with a barbell using a shoulder grip width.
- Hold the bar straight over your chest with a bend in your arms. This will be your starting position.
- While keeping your arms in the bent arm position, lower the weight slowly in an arc behind your head while breathing in until you feel a stretch on the chest.
- At that point, bring the barbell back to the starting position using the arc through which the weight was lowered and exhale as you perform this movement.
- Hold the weight on the initial position for a second and repeat the motion for the prescribed number of repetitions.
Variations
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FAQ
Common questions about Bent-Arm Barbell Pullover.
What muscles does Bent-Arm Barbell Pullover work?
Bent-Arm Barbell Pullover primarily trains the back and also involves the chest, shoulders, and arms.
Is Bent-Arm Barbell Pullover beginner-friendly?
It is listed as intermediate.
What equipment do I need for Bent-Arm Barbell Pullover?
This variation uses a barbell.
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