Lay Down Push-Up
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Equipment
The lay down push-up is a variation of the classic push-up that incorporates a brief rest on the ground to reset between repetitions. This technique helps to build upper body strength, focusing on the chest, shoulders, and triceps, by engaging these muscles in a controlled motion.
How to do it
- Start in a high plank position with hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body toward the ground, bending your elbows at a 45-degree angle.
- Briefly rest your chest on the floor, maintaining tension in your core and legs.
- Press back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary Pectoralis Major Sternal Head Triceps Brachii
Secondary Deltoid Anterior Rectus Abdominis Serratus Anterior
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