Band Chest Fly vs Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups more often — 879 sessions vs 239. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Band Chest Fly and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Band Chest Fly vs Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups more often — 879 sessions compared to 239 for Band Chest Fly.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Band Chest Fly and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Band Chest Fly and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups Differ
| What differs | Band Chest Fly | Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest and biceps | chest, triceps, and front delts |
| Equipment | a resistance band | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 239 sessions | 879 sessions |
How to Do Band Chest Fly
Band Chest Fly Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Hold the band with both hands, standing with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2. Spread your arms to the sides and bring the band together in front of your chest.
- 3. Slowly open your arms and return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. With your arms slightly bent, bring your hands together using your chest muscles.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
For a full Band Chest Fly guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Band Chest Fly exercise guide.
How to Do Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups
Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Get into a push-up position on your knees.
- 2. After performing a push-up, touch the opposite shoulder with one hand.
- 3. Repeat with the opposite hand.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your arms straight.
For a full Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Band Chest Fly or Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups?
Planfit users log Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups more often — 879 sessions against 239 for Band Chest Fly. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Band Chest Fly and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups work the same muscles?
Not quite. Band Chest Fly loads chest and biceps, and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups loads chest, triceps, and front delts.
What equipment do Band Chest Fly and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups need?
Band Chest Fly needs a resistance band, and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Chest Fly is the easier place to start. Move to Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups once your form holds up.
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