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Barbell Pullover

Lie flat on bench holding barbell above chest with slight elbow bend. Lower bar in an arc behind head until you feel a deep stretch. Pull bar back over chest using lats and triceps under control.

Category

strength

Difficulty

intermediate

Equipment

barbell

Primary muscle

lats

Muscles

Muscles worked

lats
Equipment

Setup

barbell
Common questions

Good to know.

What muscles does the Barbell Pullover work?

The Barbell Pullover works lats.

What equipment do you need for the Barbell Pullover?

You need barbell.

Is the Barbell Pullover good for beginners?

It sits at intermediate. Get comfortable with the basics first.

How do I add the Barbell Pullover to a workout?

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