Weighted Push Up vs Criss Cross Arm Lift
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Criss Cross Arm Lift more often — 423 sessions vs 79. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Weighted Push Up and Criss Cross Arm Lift and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Weighted Push Up vs Criss Cross Arm Lift: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Criss Cross Arm Lift more often — 423 sessions compared to 79 for Weighted Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Weighted Push Up and Criss Cross Arm Lift differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Weighted Push Up and Criss Cross Arm Lift Differ
| What differs | Weighted Push Up | Criss Cross Arm Lift |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, triceps, and front delts | |
| Equipment | a standard setup | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 79 sessions | 423 sessions |
How to Do Weighted Push Up
Weighted Push Up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Slowly lower your body until your chest is close to the floor by bending your elbows.
- 2. After feeling tension in your chest and pausing, push your body back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.
- 3. Maintain a straight line to prevent your hips from sagging or rising too high when your body is lifted.
- 4. Repeat the same movement for the specified number of repetitions.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Gradually increase the weight without putting strain on your waist and shoulders.
- 2. Engage your abdomen and glutes to prevent your back from sagging.
- 3. If you feel pain in your shoulders or wrists, stop immediately and adjust the weight.
For a full Weighted Push Up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Weighted Push Up exercise guide.
How to Do Criss Cross Arm Lift
Criss Cross Arm Lift Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Cross your arms in front of your chest.
- 2. Raise your arms to the side.
- 3. Slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- Straighten your arms.
For a full Criss Cross Arm Lift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Criss Cross Arm Lift exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Weighted Push Up or Criss Cross Arm Lift?
Planfit users log Criss Cross Arm Lift more often — 423 sessions against 79 for Weighted Push Up. Both train Chest, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Weighted Push Up and Criss Cross Arm Lift work the same muscles?
Not quite. Weighted Push Up loads chest, triceps, and front delts, and Criss Cross Arm Lift loads .
What equipment do Weighted Push Up and Criss Cross Arm Lift need?
Weighted Push Up needs a standard setup, and Criss Cross Arm Lift needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Criss Cross Arm Lift is the easier place to start. Move to Weighted Push Up once your form holds up.
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