Side Push-Up
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Equipment
The side push-up is a bodyweight exercise targeting the upper body muscles, primarily focusing on the lateral part of the upper chest and arms. It enhances strength and muscular endurance while also improving shoulder stability and core engagement.
How to do it
- Lie on your side with your knees bent and legs stacked.
- Place your bottom arm across your chest and top hand on the floor in front of your shoulder.
- Press through your top hand to lift your upper body off the ground.
- Maintain a straight line from head to hips, and lower back down with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.
Muscles worked
Primary Pectoralis Major Sternal Head
Secondary Deltoid Anterior Obliques Triceps Brachii
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