Weighted Push Up vs Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups more often — 879 sessions vs 79. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Weighted Push Up and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Weighted Push Up vs Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups more often — 879 sessions compared to 79 for Weighted Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Weighted Push Up and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups 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 Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups Differ
| What differs | Weighted Push Up | Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a standard setup | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 79 sessions | 879 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 Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups
Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Get into a push-up position on your knees.
- 2. After performing a push-up, touch the opposite shoulder with one hand.
- 3. Repeat with the opposite hand.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your arms straight.
For a full Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Weighted Push Up or Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups?
Planfit users log Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups more often — 879 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.
What equipment do Weighted Push Up and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups need?
Weighted Push Up needs a standard setup, and Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Kneeling Shoulder Tap Push-ups is the easier place to start. Move to Weighted Push Up once your form holds up.
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