Wall Push Up vs Arm Crossover
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Wall Push Up more often — 679 sessions vs 138. Compare Triceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Wall Push Up and Arm Crossover and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
Wall Push Up vs Arm Crossover: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Wall Push Up more often — 679 sessions compared to 138 for Arm Crossover.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Wall Push Up and Arm Crossover differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Wall Push Up and Arm Crossover Differ
| What differs | Wall Push Up | Arm Crossover |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | triceps | triceps, front delts, and chest |
| Difficulty | 1 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 679 sessions | 138 sessions |
How to Do Wall Push Up
Wall Push Up Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Stand in front of the wall and place your hands on the wall.
- 2. Bend your arms and push your body towards the wall.
- 3. Straighten your arms and return your body to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please be careful not to overextend your arms.
For a full Wall Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Wall Push Up exercise guide.
How to Do Arm Crossover
Arm Crossover Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Cross your arms in front of your chest.
- 2. Hold for 15 seconds and then repeat on the other side.
Coach's Tips
- Please keep your arms straight so they don't drop.
For a full Arm Crossover guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Arm Crossover exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Triceps, Wall Push Up or Arm Crossover?
Planfit users log Wall Push Up more often — 679 sessions against 138 for Arm Crossover. Both train Triceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Wall Push Up and Arm Crossover work the same muscles?
Not quite. Wall Push Up loads triceps, and Arm Crossover loads triceps, front delts, and chest.
What equipment do Wall Push Up and Arm Crossover need?
Wall Push Up needs bodyweight only, and Arm Crossover needs bodyweight only.
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