Cross Body Push-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoids, Triceps Brachii, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Side-to-Side Push-Up
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Cross Body Push-up
- Start in a push-up position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body towards the ground while simultaneously turning your torso to one side, reaching your opposite hand towards your waist or hip.
- Push back up to the starting position and then repeat on the opposite side.
- Alternate sides for each repetition.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core, leading to sagging hips.
- Allowing the elbows to flare out excessively.
- Rushing through the movement, sacrificing form.
Modifications
- Perform the push-up from your knees to reduce the intensity.
- Reduce the range of motion by pushing up to a raised surface.
Tips
- Keep your core tight throughout the movement.
- Avoid letting your hips sag; maintain a straight line from head to heels.
- Rotate your torso fully to maximize the engagement of your oblique muscles.
Cross Body Push-up Alternatives
Tags
upper body
push-up
plyometrics
core
strength
bodyweight
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