Pec Deck Fly vs Archer Push Up
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Pec Deck Fly more often — 43,845 sessions vs 17. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Pec Deck Fly and Archer Push Up and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Pec Deck Fly vs Archer Push Up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Pec Deck Fly more often — 43,845 sessions compared to 17 for Archer Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Pec Deck Fly 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 Pec Deck Fly and Archer Push Up Differ
| What differs | Pec Deck Fly | Archer Push Up |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest and biceps | chest, front delts, and triceps |
| Equipment | a machine | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 43,845 sessions | 17 sessions |
How to Do Pec Deck Fly
Pec Deck Fly 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 light weights as this exercise can put strain on your shoulders.
- 2. If you experience shoulder pain, please stop and substitute with another exercise.
- 3. Be careful not to fully extend your arms.
For a full Pec Deck Fly guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Pec Deck Fly 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, Pec Deck Fly or Archer Push Up?
Planfit users log Pec Deck Fly more often — 43,845 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.
Do Pec Deck Fly and Archer Push Up work the same muscles?
Not quite. Pec Deck Fly loads chest and biceps, and Archer Push Up loads chest, front delts, and triceps.
What equipment do Pec Deck Fly and Archer Push Up need?
Pec Deck Fly needs a machine, and Archer Push Up needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Pec Deck Fly is the easier place to start. Move to Archer Push Up once your form holds up.
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