Shoulder Tab Push Up vs Push-up Plus
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Shoulder Tab Push Up more often — 272 sessions vs 131. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Shoulder Tab Push Up and Push-up Plus and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Shoulder Tab Push Up vs Push-up Plus: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Shoulder Tab Push Up more often — 272 sessions compared to 131 for Push-up Plus.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Shoulder Tab Push Up and Push-up Plus 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 Push-up Plus Differ
| What differs | Shoulder Tab Push Up | Push-up Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 272 sessions | 131 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 Push-up Plus
Push-up Plus Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Take the push-up position.
- 2. Push your shoulders forward and lift your body.
- 3. Slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your upper body straight.
For a full Push-up Plus guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Push-up Plus exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Shoulder Tab Push Up or Push-up Plus?
Planfit users log Shoulder Tab Push Up more often — 272 sessions against 131 for Push-up Plus. 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 Push-up Plus need?
Shoulder Tab Push Up needs bodyweight only, and Push-up Plus needs bodyweight only.
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