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Kneeling Staggered Push-Up

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The Kneeling Staggered Push-Up primarily targets the chest and shoulders while also engaging the triceps and core. This variation adds instability by altering hand positions, enhancing coordination and strength.

How to do it

  1. Begin kneeling on the floor with hands staggered, one slightly forward and one slightly back.
  2. Lower your body until your elbows are at a 90-degree angle.
  3. Push back up to the starting position maintaining a straight back.
  4. Keep your core engaged and hips steady throughout the movement.
  5. Switch hand position in subsequent sets for balanced muscle development.

Muscles worked

Primary Pectoralis Major Sternal Head

Secondary Deltoid Anterior Obliques Rectus Abdominis Triceps Brachii

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