Pec Deck Fly vs Low Band Crossover
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Pec Deck Fly more often — 43,845 sessions vs 68. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Pec Deck Fly and Low Band Crossover and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Pec Deck Fly vs Low Band Crossover: 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 68 for Low Band Crossover.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Pec Deck Fly and Low Band Crossover 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 Low Band Crossover Differ
| What differs | Pec Deck Fly | Low Band Crossover |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest and biceps | chest, biceps, and front delts |
| Equipment | a machine | a resistance band |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 43,845 sessions | 68 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 Low Band Crossover
Low Band Crossover Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Cross the band at a low height and grab the handle.
- 2. Extend your arms and cross the band at chest height.
- 3. Slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. With your arms slightly bent, use your chest muscles to bring your hands together.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position.
For a full Low Band Crossover guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Low Band Crossover exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Pec Deck Fly or Low Band Crossover?
Planfit users log Pec Deck Fly more often — 43,845 sessions against 68 for Low Band Crossover. 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 Low Band Crossover work the same muscles?
Not quite. Pec Deck Fly loads chest and biceps, and Low Band Crossover loads chest, biceps, and front delts.
What equipment do Pec Deck Fly and Low Band Crossover need?
Pec Deck Fly needs a machine, and Low Band Crossover needs a resistance band.
Which is easier to start with?
Pec Deck Fly is the easier place to start. Move to Low Band Crossover once your form holds up.
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