Arm Walking Push Up vs Dumbbell Behind Neck Press
Which one fits your Shoulder workout plan?
Contents
Arm Walking Push Up is the easier place to start — difficulty 4 of 5 vs 5. Compare Shoulder form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of Arm Walking Push Up and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press and pick the one that fits your Shoulder workout.
Arm Walking Push Up vs Dumbbell Behind Neck Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dumbbell Behind Neck Press more often — 248 sessions compared to 172 for Arm Walking Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Arm Walking Push Up and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Arm Walking Push Up and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press Differ
| What differs | Arm Walking Push Up | Dumbbell Behind Neck Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | front delts, chest, and triceps | front delts, side delts, and triceps |
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a dumbbell |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 172 sessions | 248 sessions |
How to Do Arm Walking Push Up
Arm Walking Push Up Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Bend your upper body and place your hands in front of your feet.
- 2. Use your arms to move until your body is in a straight line.
- 3. Do one push-up.
- 4. Use your arms to move back so that your hands are in front of your feet again.
- 5. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Please engage your core to avoid bending your waist.
For a full Arm Walking Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Arm Walking Push Up exercise guide.
How to Do Dumbbell Behind Neck Press
Dumbbell Behind Neck Press Muscles Worked: Shoulder
Form
- 1. Lift the dumbbell above your head.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Since this exercise can put strain on the shoulders, please substitute it with another exercise if you hear any sounds or feel pain in your shoulders.
For a full Dumbbell Behind Neck Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Behind Neck Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Shoulder, Arm Walking Push Up or Dumbbell Behind Neck Press?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Shoulder, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Arm Walking Push Up and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Arm Walking Push Up loads front delts, chest, and triceps, and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press loads front delts, side delts, and triceps.
What equipment do Arm Walking Push Up and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press need?
Arm Walking Push Up needs bodyweight only, and Dumbbell Behind Neck Press needs a dumbbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Arm Walking Push Up is the easier place to start. Move to Dumbbell Behind Neck Press once your form holds up.
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