Incline Push Up vs Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Incline Push Up more often — 4,296 sessions vs 879. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Incline Push Up and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Incline Push Up vs Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Incline Push Up more often — 4,296 sessions compared to 879 for Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Incline Push Up and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Incline Push Up and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups Differ
| What differs | Incline Push Up | Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 4,296 sessions | 879 sessions |
How to Do Incline Push Up
Incline Push Up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Please lower down until just before your chest touches.
- 2. At this time, your forearms should be perpendicular to the floor.
- 3. Engage your chest and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please go down only as much as you can without straining your shoulders.
- 2. Keep your core engaged to prevent your hips from dropping.
For a full Incline Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Incline Push Up exercise guide.
How to Do Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups
Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Get into a push-up position on your knees.
- 2. After performing a push-up, touch the opposite shoulder with one hand.
- 3. Repeat with the opposite hand.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your arms straight.
For a full Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Incline Push Up or Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups?
Planfit users log Incline Push Up more often — 4,296 sessions against 879 for Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Incline Push Up and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups need?
Incline Push Up needs bodyweight only, and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Incline Push Up is the easier place to start. Move to Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups once your form holds up.
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