Archer Push Up vs Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine more often — 111 sessions vs 17. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Archer Push Up and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Archer Push Up vs Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine more often — 111 sessions compared to 17 for Archer Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Archer Push Up and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine 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 Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine Differ
| What differs | Archer Push Up | Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, front delts, and triceps | chest, biceps, and front delts |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 17 sessions | 111 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 Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine
Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Please slowly bring the handles forward while maintaining the angle of your elbows.
- 2. As you bring your hands close together, feel the contraction in your chest.
- 3. While maintaining tension in your chest, slowly spread your arms out to the sides and return to the starting position.
- 4. Do not extend your arms too far back; repeat within a pain-free range.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Avoid weights that are too heavy as they can put strain on your shoulders and elbows.
- 2. Do not fully extend your arms; always keep your elbows slightly bent.
- 3. Do not excessively arch your back, and maintain contact with the pad on your back.
For a full Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Archer Push Up or Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine?
Planfit users log Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine more often — 111 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 Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine work the same muscles?
Not quite. Archer Push Up loads chest, front delts, and triceps, and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine loads chest, biceps, and front delts.
What equipment do Archer Push Up and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine need?
Archer Push Up needs bodyweight only, and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine needs a machine.
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