J Exerc Sci Fit June 2017 PMID 29541130

Low-load bench press and push-up induce similar muscle hypertrophy and strength gain.

Naoki Kikuchi, Koichi Nakazato

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The consensus across discussions shows strong support for the article's conclusions, with users highlighting the equivalence of push-ups and bench presses in muscle hypertrophy and strength, exemplified by phrases such as 'similar muscle hypertrophy' and 'induce similar strength gain.' The tone suggests curiosity and interest, with mentions of recent research and potential training modifications, reflecting the perceived relevance and impact of the findings on fitness routines.

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Most discussions support the idea that push-ups can be as effective as bench presses for muscle growth, with phrases like 'similar muscle hypertrophy' and 'induce similar strength gain' indicating consensus.

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The discussions demonstrate curiosity and relevance, as users reference specific studies and findings, such as 'a highly popular study' and '2017 Japanese research,' showing active engagement with the topic.

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Several posts quote or paraphrase research results, mention comparisons of muscle gains, and question traditional workouts, indicating deeper consideration rather than dismissive remarks.

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The emphasis on practical implications, like suggesting push-ups as an alternative or noting the significance of similar strength gains, highlights a perception that the article's findings could influence training approaches.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that both low-load pushups and 40% 1RM bench press led to similar improvements in muscle hypertrophy and strength in men over 8 weeks.
  • Specifically, both groups showed significant gains in 1RM, triceps, and pectoralis major muscle thickness, though only the bench press group experienced increased biceps thickness.
  • Power output and muscle endurance did not change in either group, suggesting pushups can be an effective alternative to bench presses for building muscle strength and size when loaded similarly.]

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Jozo Grgic
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Push-up or bench press for hypertrophy? 8 weeks, 2 times per week 3 sets of push-ups vs. 3 sets of bench press (40% 1RM) Pectoralis major Push-up = 18% Bench press = 19% Triceps Push-up = 9% Bench press = 10% https://t.co/EGMUfn1JhR https://t.co/19BImJskpV

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House of Hypertrophy
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Bench Press vs Push Ups for Muscle Growth? This study had trained men either perform high rep (∼30 reps) bench press or push ups to failure, for 3 sets a session 2x a week for 8 weeks. Similar chest and triceps growth between the two. Reference: https://t.co/MIGc4eQF96 https://t.co/vWRaanuE0U

Aug 30, 2023 · 47 likes · 6 shares · 3,582 followers View post →
Jozo Grgic
@Jozo_Grgic · X

A highly popular study these days: "Low-load bench press and push-up induce similar muscle hypertrophy and strength gain"

Mar 30, 2020 · 42 likes · 14 shares · 5,477 followers View post →
奥谷 大雅|トレーニング指導者
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【#研究紹介】 ①低強度ベンチプレス(1RM40%) ②腕立て伏せ(同じ負荷量) の2つの効果について調べた研究。 それぞれを 週2 × 8週間行ったところ ①②で両方とも ・ベンチプレスの1RM ・大胸筋と上腕三頭筋の筋肥大 が確認され 筋持久力・筋出力は変化しなかったとのこと。 https://t.co/RWlpJLeQiZ

Aug 5, 2020 · 9 likes · 1 share · 1,816 followers View post →
Jeremy Ethier
@JeremyEthier95 · X

If you’re interested in the exact research studies mentioned above - (1) https://t.co/puLqZz8NM2 (2) https://t.co/Z3UCv94ac3 (3) https://t.co/H4s0qzydkA

Jul 10, 2023 · 3 likes · 3,298 followers View post →
Dr. K - スポーツ理学療法士
@PhysioAcademia7 · X

[ベンチプレスが無理なら、腕立て伏せで十分!] 2017年に日本で行われた研究によると、 腕立て伏せと、それと同等負荷のベンチプレスとでは、筋肥大と筋力増強においてトレーニング効果に差がないことがわかった。 https://t.co/MlpVvdXoLY

Nov 10, 2022 · 3 likes · 1,695 followers View post →

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RT @hypertrophyhome: Bench Press vs Push Ups for Muscle Growth? This study had trained men either perform high rep (∼30 reps) bench press…

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Jose
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RT @hypertrophyhome: Bench Press vs Push Ups for Muscle Growth? This study had trained men either perform high rep (∼30 reps) bench press…

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RT @hypertrophyhome: Bench Press vs Push Ups for Muscle Growth? This study had trained men either perform high rep (∼30 reps) bench press…

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House of Hypertrophy
@hypertrophyhome · X

Bench Press vs Push Ups for Muscle Growth? This study had trained men either perform high rep (∼30 reps) bench press or push ups to failure, for 3 sets a session 2x a week for 8 weeks. Similar chest and triceps growth between the two. Reference: https://t.co/MIGc4eQF96 https://t.co/vWRaanuE0U

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stephen LoRusso
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RT @Jozo_Grgic: Push-up or bench press for hypertrophy? 8 weeks, 2 times per week 3 sets of push-ups vs. 3 sets of bench press (40% 1RM)…

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RT @Jozo_Grgic: Push-up or bench press for hypertrophy? 8 weeks, 2 times per week 3 sets of push-ups vs. 3 sets of bench press (40% 1RM)…

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Zack
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RT @Jozo_Grgic: Push-up or bench press for hypertrophy? 8 weeks, 2 times per week 3 sets of push-ups vs. 3 sets of bench press (40% 1RM)…

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Henrik Harding
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RT @Jozo_Grgic: Push-up or bench press for hypertrophy? 8 weeks, 2 times per week 3 sets of push-ups vs. 3 sets of bench press (40% 1RM)…

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MarcoAntonioMedeiros
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RT @Jozo_Grgic: Push-up or bench press for hypertrophy? 8 weeks, 2 times per week 3 sets of push-ups vs. 3 sets of bench press (40% 1RM)…

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Dr Alex Johnstone
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RT @Jozo_Grgic: Push-up or bench press for hypertrophy? 8 weeks, 2 times per week 3 sets of push-ups vs. 3 sets of bench press (40% 1RM)…

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Madhan Ramanathan
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RT @Jozo_Grgic: Push-up or bench press for hypertrophy? 8 weeks, 2 times per week 3 sets of push-ups vs. 3 sets of bench press (40% 1RM)…

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Luis Pérez
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MarkCroucher2
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RT @Jozo_Grgic: Push-up or bench press for hypertrophy? 8 weeks, 2 times per week 3 sets of push-ups vs. 3 sets of bench press (40% 1RM)…

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Ben Andrews
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RT @Jozo_Grgic: Push-up or bench press for hypertrophy? 8 weeks, 2 times per week 3 sets of push-ups vs. 3 sets of bench press (40% 1RM)…

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Jozo Grgic
@Jozo_Grgic · X

Push-up or bench press for hypertrophy? 8 weeks, 2 times per week 3 sets of push-ups vs. 3 sets of bench press (40% 1RM) Pectoralis major Push-up = 18% Bench press = 19% Triceps Push-up = 9% Bench press = 10% https://t.co/EGMUfn1JhR https://t.co/19BImJskpV

Aug 24, 2023 · 145 likes · 17 shares · 5,477 followers View post →
Jeremy Ethier
@JeremyEthier95 · X

If you’re interested in the exact research studies mentioned above - (1) https://t.co/puLqZz8NM2 (2) https://t.co/Z3UCv94ac3 (3) https://t.co/H4s0qzydkA

Jul 10, 2023 · 3 likes · 3,298 followers View post →
Bow:医薬関係者
@BowMuscle72610 · X

腕立て伏せ VS 腕立て伏せと合わせた負荷のベンチプレス 大胸筋肥大効果は同じということ。 加重ベストを利用したり、片手腕立て伏せを行えば、上級者でもベンチプレスに匹敵する効果が出るかもしれませんぞ。 https://t.co/Dke6cKNujD

May 19, 2023 · 211 followers View post →
Dr. K - Physio Hub
@Physiohub101 · X

[Don’t like Bench Press? That's Okay! Do Push-Ups!] According to a study in 2017, Push-up exercise with similar load to 40% 1RM bench press is comparably effective for muscle hypertrophy and strength gain over an 8-week training period. https://t.co/hSegLkJu2w

Nov 10, 2022 · 3 likes · 42 followers View post →
Dr. K - スポーツ理学療法士
@PhysioAcademia7 · X

[ベンチプレスが無理なら、腕立て伏せで十分!] 2017年に日本で行われた研究によると、 腕立て伏せと、それと同等負荷のベンチプレスとでは、筋肥大と筋力増強においてトレーニング効果に差がないことがわかった。 https://t.co/MlpVvdXoLY

Nov 10, 2022 · 3 likes · 1,695 followers View post →
KIM
@Yosuke19740814 · X

RT @oky_performance: 【#研究紹介】 ①低強度ベンチプレス(1RM40%) ②腕立て伏せ(同じ負荷量) の2つの効果について調べた研究。 それぞれを 週2 × 8週間行ったところ ①②で両方とも ・ベンチプレスの1RM ・大胸筋と上腕三頭筋の筋肥大 が…

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奥谷 大雅|トレーニング指導者
@oky_performance · X

【#研究紹介】 ①低強度ベンチプレス(1RM40%) ②腕立て伏せ(同じ負荷量) の2つの効果について調べた研究。 それぞれを 週2 × 8週間行ったところ ①②で両方とも ・ベンチプレスの1RM ・大胸筋と上腕三頭筋の筋肥大 が確認され 筋持久力・筋出力は変化しなかったとのこと。 https://t.co/RWlpJLeQiZ

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RT @Jozo_Grgic: A highly popular study these days: "Low-load bench press and push-up induce similar muscle hypertrophy and strength gain"…

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Jozo Grgic
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A highly popular study these days: "Low-load bench press and push-up induce similar muscle hypertrophy and strength gain"

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