Push-up plus

Push-up plus

The push-up plus is a variation of the standard push-up that adds an extra movement at the top of the push-up by protracting the shoulder blades, which further engages the serratus anterior and improves shoulder stability.

The push-up plus is a variation of the standard push-up that adds an extra movement at the top of the push-up by protracting the shoulder blades, which further engages the serratus anterior and improves shoulder stability.

The push-up plus is a variation of the standard push-up that adds an extra movement at the top of the push-up by protracting the shoulder blades, which further engages the serratus anterior and improves shoulder stability.

How to Do the Push-up plus

How to Do the Push-up plus

How to Do the Push-up plus

Start in a high plank position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and your body in a straight line from head to heels. Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides. Once your chest is just above the ground, push through your hands to extend your arms and lift your upper body up. At the top of the movement, protract your shoulder blades by pushing your upper back towards the ceiling. Pause for a moment, then reverse the movement by retracting your shoulder blades and lowering your body back down to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Pectorals

Pectorals

Secondary Muscles

triceps, shoulders

Equipment

Body weight

Body Part

Chest

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