Extension of Arms in Vertical Stretch Alternative
12 substitute exercises that target the same muscles
Handstand Push-Up
Raise Single Leg Push-Up
Boxing Jab
Handstand against the Wall
Barbell Standing Close-Grip Military Press
Modified Hindu Push-Up
Standing Behind Neck Press
Full Planche Push-Up
Kettlebell Two-Arm Military Press
Barbell Standing Military Press (Without Rack)
Resistance Band Assisted Front Rack Stretch
Barbell Standing Wide Military Press
Criteria used to find exercise alternatives
Same target muscles
We rank alternatives highest when their primary muscles exactly match. i.e: same target muscle, different movement.
Full muscle overlap
Secondary muscles and synergists are scored too, keeping the overall movement pattern close to the original lift.
Equipment considered
Equipment overlap nudges similar-kit options up the list. But we include different-equipment alternatives too so you're never stuck.
What the Extension of Arms in Vertical Stretch trains
Primary Triceps Brachii
Secondary Deltoid Anterior Trapezius Upper Fibers