Barbell Pullover vs Archer Push Up
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Barbell Pullover more often — 147 sessions vs 17. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Pullover and Archer Push Up and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Barbell Pullover vs Archer Push Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Barbell Pullover more often — 147 sessions compared to 17 for Archer Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Pullover and Archer 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 Barbell Pullover and Archer Push Up Differ
| What differs | Barbell Pullover | Archer Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, back, and triceps | chest, front delts, and triceps |
| Equipment | a barbell | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 147 sessions | 17 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Pullover
Barbell Pullover Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Slowly lower the barbell over your head.
- 2. At this time, your chest and back should be sufficiently stretched.
- 3. Slowly lift the barbell to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- If you can't lower the barbell all the way to the top of your head, please lower it as much as you can without overexerting yourself.
For a full Barbell Pullover guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Pullover exercise guide.
How to Do Archer Push Up
Archer Push Up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Bend one arm and lower yourself until your chest is almost touching the floor.
- 2. Keep the other arm straight to support yourself on the ground.
- 3. Use the bent arm to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Since it is a very advanced exercise, please substitute with push-ups if it's difficult.
- 2. Please lower yourself only as much as you can without straining your shoulders.
- 3. Keep your core engaged to prevent your hips from dropping.
For a full Archer Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Archer Push Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Barbell Pullover or Archer Push Up?
Planfit users log Barbell Pullover more often — 147 sessions against 17 for Archer Push Up. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Barbell Pullover and Archer Push Up work the same muscles?
Not quite. Barbell Pullover loads chest, back, and triceps, and Archer Push Up loads chest, front delts, and triceps.
What equipment do Barbell Pullover and Archer Push Up need?
Barbell Pullover needs a barbell, and Archer Push Up needs bodyweight only.
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