Weighted Push Up vs Lay Down Push-up
Which one fits your Chest workout plan?
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Planfit users log Lay Down Push-up more often — 656 sessions vs 79. Compare Chest form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Weighted Push Up and Lay Down Push-up and pick the one that fits your Chest workout.
Weighted Push Up vs Lay Down Push-up: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Lay Down Push-up more often — 656 sessions compared to 79 for Weighted Push Up.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Weighted Push Up and Lay Down Push-up 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 Lay Down Push-up Differ
| What differs | Weighted Push Up | Lay Down Push-up |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a standard setup | bodyweight only |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 79 sessions | 656 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 Lay Down Push-up
Lay Down Push-up Muscles Worked: Chest
Form
- 1. Lie on the floor with your hands under your shoulders.
- 2. Extend your arms and lift your body.
- 3. Slowly return to the original position.
Coach's Tips
- Keep your upper body straight when doing push-up plus.
For a full Lay Down Push-up guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Lay Down Push-up exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Chest, Weighted Push Up or Lay Down Push-up?
Planfit users log Lay Down Push-up more often — 656 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 Lay Down Push-up need?
Weighted Push Up needs a standard setup, and Lay Down Push-up needs bodyweight only.
Which is easier to start with?
Lay Down Push-up is the easier place to start. Move to Weighted Push Up once your form holds up.
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