Archer Push Up vs Wide Push Up
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Wide Push Up more often — 494 sessions vs 17. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Archer Push Up and Wide Push Up and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Archer Push Up vs Wide Push Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Wide Push Up more often — 494 sessions compared to 17 for Archer Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Archer Push Up and Wide Push Up 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 Wide Push Up Differ
| What differs | Archer Push Up | Wide Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 17 sessions | 494 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 Wide Push Up
Wide Push Up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Please lower yourself until your chest is just about to touch the ground.
- 2. Engage your chest and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please go down only as much as you can without straining your shoulders.
- 2. Keep your core engaged to prevent your hips from dropping.
For a full Wide Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Wide Push Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Archer Push Up or Wide Push Up?
Planfit users log Wide Push Up more often — 494 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.
What equipment do Archer Push Up and Wide Push Up need?
Archer Push Up needs bodyweight only, and Wide Push Up needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Wide Push Up is the easier place to start. Move to Archer Push Up once your form holds up.
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