Hammer Bench Press vs Balance Trainer Push Up
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Hammer Bench Press more often — 2,765 sessions vs 22. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Hammer Bench Press and Balance Trainer Push Up and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Hammer Bench Press vs Balance Trainer Push Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Hammer Bench Press more often — 2,765 sessions compared to 22 for Balance Trainer Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Hammer Bench Press and Balance Trainer 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 Hammer Bench Press and Balance Trainer Push Up Differ
| What differs | Hammer Bench Press | Balance Trainer Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,765 sessions | 22 sessions |
How to Do Hammer Bench Press
Hammer Bench Press Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Slowly lower your hand to the side of your chest.
- 2. At this time, your forearm should be perpendicular to the floor.
- 3. Slowly lift it back up to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please lower it as much as possible without overdoing it.
- 2. Be careful not to let your shoulders come forward of your chest, as it can strain your shoulders.
- 3. Please be careful not to let your hips fall off the bench.
For a full Hammer Bench Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Hammer Bench Press exercise guide.
How to Do Balance Trainer Push Up
Balance Trainer Push Up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Slowly lower your body until your chest is close to the stability ball by bending your elbows.
- 2. Feel the tension in your chest muscles, pause for a moment, and then push your body back to the starting position by straightening your arms.
- 3. Engage your core throughout the movement to keep the stability ball steady.
- 4. Control the movement slowly to avoid losing balance and repeat.
Coach's Tips
- 1. If balance is difficult, start by reducing the number of repetitions and the range of motion for practice.
- 2. Keep your abdominal muscles engaged to prevent your lower back from sagging.
- 3. If there is too much strain on your wrists, adjust the wrist angle or lower the difficulty level.
For a full Balance Trainer Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Balance Trainer Push Up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Hammer Bench Press or Balance Trainer Push Up?
Planfit users log Hammer Bench Press more often — 2,765 sessions against 22 for Balance Trainer 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 Hammer Bench Press and Balance Trainer Push Up need?
Hammer Bench Press needs a machine, and Balance Trainer Push Up needs bodyweight only.
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