Archer Push Up vs Band Crossover
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Band Crossover more often — 131 sessions vs 17. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Archer Push Up and Band Crossover and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Archer Push Up vs Band Crossover: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Band Crossover more often — 131 sessions compared to 17 for Archer Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Archer Push Up and Band Crossover differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Archer Push Up and Band Crossover Differ
| What differs | Archer Push Up | Band Crossover |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, front delts, and triceps | chest, biceps, and front delts |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a resistance band |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 17 sessions | 131 sessions |
How to Do Archer Push Up
Archer Push Up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Bend one arm and lower yourself until your chest is almost touching the floor.
- 2. Keep the other arm straight to support yourself on the ground.
- 3. Use the bent arm to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Since it is a very advanced exercise, please substitute with push-ups if it's difficult.
- 2. Please lower yourself only as much as you can without straining your shoulders.
- 3. Keep your core engaged to prevent your hips from dropping.
For a full Archer Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Archer Push Up exercise guide.
How to Do Band Crossover
Band Crossover Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Hold the band with both hands, standing with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2. Cross one arm over the other and pull the band forward.
- 3. After crossing your arms, slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Slightly bend your arms and bring your hands together using your chest muscles.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
For a full Band Crossover guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Band Crossover exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Archer Push Up or Band Crossover?
Planfit users log Band Crossover more often — 131 sessions against 17 for Archer Push Up. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Archer Push Up and Band Crossover work the same muscles?
Not quite. Archer Push Up loads chest, front delts, and triceps, and Band Crossover loads chest, biceps, and front delts.
What equipment do Archer Push Up and Band Crossover need?
Archer Push Up needs bodyweight only, and Band Crossover needs a resistance band.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Crossover is the easier place to start. Move to Archer Push Up once your form holds up.
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