Hammer Bench Press vs Standing Elbow Touch
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Hammer Bench Press more often — 2,765 sessions vs 431. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Hammer Bench Press and Standing Elbow Touch and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Hammer Bench Press vs Standing Elbow Touch: 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 431 for Standing Elbow Touch.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Hammer Bench Press and Standing Elbow Touch 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 Standing Elbow Touch Differ
| What differs | Hammer Bench Press | Standing Elbow Touch |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, triceps, and front delts | |
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 2,765 sessions | 431 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 Standing Elbow Touch
Standing Elbow Touch Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Stand and bring your arms in front of your chest.
- 2. Touch your elbows together.
- 3. Slowly return your arms to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your arms straight.
For a full Standing Elbow Touch guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Standing Elbow Touch exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Hammer Bench Press or Standing Elbow Touch?
Planfit users log Hammer Bench Press more often — 2,765 sessions against 431 for Standing Elbow Touch. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Hammer Bench Press and Standing Elbow Touch work the same muscles?
Not quite. Hammer Bench Press loads chest, triceps, and front delts, and Standing Elbow Touch loads .
What equipment do Hammer Bench Press and Standing Elbow Touch need?
Hammer Bench Press needs a machine, and Standing Elbow Touch needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Standing Elbow Touch is the easier place to start. Move to Hammer Bench Press once your form holds up.
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