Band Crossover vs Push-up Plus
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Band Crossover is the easier place to start — difficulty 2 of 5 vs 4. Compare Chest form cues and when to progress.
Compare the benefits of Band Crossover and Push-up Plus and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Band Crossover vs Push-up Plus: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Band Crossover more often — 131 sessions compared to 131 for Push-up Plus.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Band Crossover and Push-up Plus differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Band Crossover and Push-up Plus Differ
| What differs | Band Crossover | Push-up Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, biceps, and front delts | chest, triceps, and front delts |
| Equipment | a resistance band | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 131 sessions | 131 sessions |
How to Do Band Crossover
Band Crossover Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Hold the band with both hands, standing with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2. Cross one arm over the other and pull the band forward.
- 3. After crossing your arms, slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Slightly bend your arms and bring your hands together using your chest muscles.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
For a full Band Crossover guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Band Crossover exercise guide.
How to Do Push-up Plus
Push-up Plus Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Take the push-up position.
- 2. Push your shoulders forward and lift your body.
- 3. Slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your upper body straight.
For a full Push-up Plus guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Push-up Plus exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Band Crossover or Push-up Plus?
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.
Do Band Crossover and Push-up Plus work the same muscles?
Not quite. Band Crossover loads chest, biceps, and front delts, and Push-up Plus loads chest, triceps, and front delts.
What equipment do Band Crossover and Push-up Plus need?
Band Crossover needs a resistance band, and Push-up Plus needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Band Crossover is the easier place to start. Move to Push-up Plus once your form holds up.
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