Band Chest Fly vs Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Band Chest Fly more often — 239 sessions vs 111. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Band Chest Fly and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Band Chest Fly vs Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Band Chest Fly more often — 239 sessions compared to 111 for Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Band Chest Fly 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 Band Chest Fly and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine Differ
| What differs | Band Chest Fly | Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest and biceps | chest, biceps, and front delts |
| Equipment | a resistance band | a machine |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 239 sessions | 111 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 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, Band Chest Fly or Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine?
Planfit users log Band Chest Fly more often — 239 sessions against 111 for Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine. 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 Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine work the same muscles?
Not quite. Band Chest Fly loads chest and biceps, and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine loads chest, biceps, and front delts.
What equipment do Band Chest Fly and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine need?
Band Chest Fly needs a resistance band, and Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Chest Fly is the easier place to start. Move to Torture Pec Deck Fly Machine once your form holds up.
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