Seal Push-Up
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The Seal Push-Up is a dynamic exercise that targets the upper body and core, enhancing strength and flexibility. By arching the back and pushing with the arms, it mimics a seal's movement, offering a challenging variation to the traditional push-up.
How to do it
- Lie face down with your hands at shoulder level, palms down.
- Press through your hands to lift your chest, arching your back.
- Keep your legs and pelvis grounded, extending your spine fully.
- Hold at the top, then slowly lower back to the starting position.
- Ensure controlled movement, focusing on muscle activation.
Muscles worked
Primary Pectoralis Major Sternal Head Triceps Brachii
Secondary Deltoid Anterior Erector Spinae Trapezius Lower Fibers Trapezius Middle Fibers