Weighted Push Up vs Jackhammer Pushdown
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Weighted Push Up more often — 79 sessions vs 13. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Weighted Push Up and Jackhammer Pushdown and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Weighted Push Up vs Jackhammer Pushdown: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Weighted Push Up more often — 79 sessions compared to 13 for Jackhammer Pushdown.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Weighted Push Up and Jackhammer Pushdown 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 Jackhammer Pushdown Differ
| What differs | Weighted Push Up | Jackhammer Pushdown |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | chest, triceps, and front delts | chest and triceps |
| Equipment | a standard setup | a machine |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 79 sessions | 13 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 Jackhammer Pushdown
Jackhammer Pushdown Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Keep your elbow fixed and push the handle down to straighten your arm.
- 2. Hold the feeling of contraction in your triceps at the bottom position for a moment.
- 3. While keeping your elbow from moving back, slowly return the handle to the starting position.
- 4. Repeat the same motion smoothly without any bouncing.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Keep your elbows fixed so they don't move back and forth, and be careful not to push with your shoulders.
- 2. Keep your wrists straight so they don't bend.
- 3. Avoid weights that are too heavy to the point of compromising your form.
For a full Jackhammer Pushdown guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Jackhammer Pushdown exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Weighted Push Up or Jackhammer Pushdown?
Planfit users log Weighted Push Up more often — 79 sessions against 13 for Jackhammer Pushdown. 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 Jackhammer Pushdown work the same muscles?
Not quite. Weighted Push Up loads chest, triceps, and front delts, and Jackhammer Pushdown loads chest and triceps.
What equipment do Weighted Push Up and Jackhammer Pushdown need?
Weighted Push Up needs a standard setup, and Jackhammer Pushdown needs a machine.
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