Push-Up in Child Pose
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
This exercise combines elements of a push-up with the child pose from yoga. It's designed to build upper body strength while simultaneously providing a stretch through the back and hips. The movement targets the chest and arms and increases flexibility in the lower back and hips.
How to do it
- Begin in a kneeling position with your feet together and knees apart.
- Lean forward, placing your hands on the ground shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your chest toward the ground in a push-up motion.
- Return to the starting position, keeping your core engaged throughout.
- Repeat the motion while maintaining smooth, controlled movements.
Muscles worked
Primary Pectoralis Major Sternal Head Triceps Brachii
Secondary Deltoid Anterior Erector Spinae Gluteus Maximus
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