Low Cable Crossover vs Hammer Bench Press
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
Contents
Hammer Bench Press works multiple joints at once, Low Cable Crossover isolates — difficulty 5 of 5 vs 4. See which fits your Chest day.
Compare the benefits of Low Cable Crossover and Hammer Bench Press and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Low Cable Crossover vs Hammer Bench Press: 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 1,979 for Low Cable Crossover.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Low Cable Crossover and Hammer Bench Press differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Low Cable Crossover and Hammer Bench Press Differ
| What differs | Low Cable Crossover | Hammer Bench Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, biceps, and front delts | chest, triceps, and front delts |
| Machine type | cable-driven | plate-loaded |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,979 sessions | 2,765 sessions |
How to Do Low Cable Crossover
Low Cable Crossover Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. With your arms slightly bent, use your chest muscles to bring your hands together.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please use a light weight as this exercise can put strain on the shoulders.
- 2. If you experience pain in your shoulders, please stop and switch to another exercise.
- 3. Be careful not to fully extend your arms.
For a full Low Cable Crossover guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Low Cable Crossover exercise guide.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Low Cable Crossover or Hammer Bench Press?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Chest, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Low Cable Crossover and Hammer Bench Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Low Cable Crossover loads chest, biceps, and front delts, and Hammer Bench Press loads chest, triceps, and front delts.
What equipment do Low Cable Crossover and Hammer Bench Press need?
Low Cable Crossover needs a machine, and Hammer Bench Press needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Low Cable Crossover is the easier place to start. Move to Hammer Bench Press once your form holds up.
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