Shoulder Tab Push Up vs Lay Down Push-up
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Lay Down Push-up more often — 656 sessions vs 272. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Shoulder Tab Push Up and Lay Down Push-up and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Shoulder Tab Push Up vs Lay Down Push-up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Lay Down Push-up more often — 656 sessions compared to 272 for Shoulder Tab Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Shoulder Tab Push Up and Lay Down 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 Shoulder Tab Push Up and Lay Down Push-up Differ
| What differs | Shoulder Tab Push Up | Lay Down Push-up |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 272 sessions | 656 sessions |
How to Do Shoulder Tab Push Up
Shoulder Tab Push Up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Please lower yourself until your chest is just about to touch the floor.
- 2. At this time, your forearms should be perpendicular to the floor.
- 3. Touch the opposite shoulder with one hand 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 Shoulder Tab Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Shoulder Tab Push Up exercise guide.
How to Do Lay Down Push-up
Lay Down Push-up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Lie on the floor with your hands under your shoulders.
- 2. Extend your arms and lift your body.
- 3. Slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your upper body straight when doing push-up plus.
For a full Lay Down Push-up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Lay Down Push-up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Shoulder Tab Push Up or Lay Down Push-up?
Planfit users log Lay Down Push-up more often — 656 sessions against 272 for Shoulder Tab Push Up. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Shoulder Tab Push Up and Lay Down Push-up need?
Shoulder Tab Push Up needs bodyweight only, and Lay Down Push-up needs bodyweight only.
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