Chest Press Machine vs Archer Push Up
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Chest Press Machine more often — 46,851 sessions vs 17. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Chest Press Machine and Archer Push Up and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Chest Press Machine vs Archer Push Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Chest Press Machine more often — 46,851 sessions compared to 17 for Archer Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Chest Press Machine 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 Chest Press Machine and Archer Push Up Differ
| What differs | Chest Press Machine | Archer Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 46,851 sessions | 17 sessions |
How to Do Chest Press Machine
Chest Press Machine Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Please push the handle hard.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If you fully extend your elbows, it can strain your elbow joints and the front of your shoulders, so do not extend them all the way.
- 2. If you overarch your lower back, you may feel pain in your lower back, so engage your abs to stabilize your torso.
For a full Chest Press Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Chest Press Machine 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, Chest Press Machine or Archer Push Up?
Planfit users log Chest Press Machine more often — 46,851 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.
What equipment do Chest Press Machine and Archer Push Up need?
Chest Press Machine needs a machine, and Archer Push Up needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Chest Press Machine is the easier place to start. Move to Archer Push Up once your form holds up.
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