Band Chest Press vs Wide Push Up
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
Contents
Band Chest Press is the easier place to start — difficulty 2 of 5 vs 3. Compare Chest form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of Band Chest Press and Wide Push Up and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Band Chest Press 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 485 for Band Chest Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Band Chest Press 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 Band Chest Press and Wide Push Up Differ
| What differs | Band Chest Press | Wide Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a resistance band | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 485 sessions | 494 sessions |
How to Do Band Chest Press
Band Chest Press Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Push the band forward and slowly extend your arms.
- 2. At this time, keep your forearms perpendicular to the floor.
- 3. Slowly return and bend your arms to go back to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your center of gravity forward to avoid bending your waist.
For a full Band Chest Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Band Chest Press 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, Band Chest Press or Wide Push Up?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Chest, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Band Chest Press and Wide Push Up need?
Band Chest Press needs a resistance band, and Wide Push Up needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Chest Press is the easier place to start. Move to Wide Push Up once your form holds up.
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