Hands Release Push-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Chest
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Chest
- Secondary Muscles
- triceps, Deltoid Anterior, shoulders, Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Hands-off Push-up, Hands Release Push-up
How to: Hands Release Push-up
- Start in a push-up position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Lower yourself down until your chest nearly touches the ground.
- At the bottom, lift your hands off the ground and hold for a moment.
- Place your hands back on the ground and push yourself back up to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing hips to sag or rise excessively.
- Lifting hands too high off the ground.
- Not controlling the descent into the push-up.
Modifications
- Perform on knees for easier variation.
- Use a bench or elevated surface to reduce the intensity.
Tips
- Keep your core tight throughout the exercise.
- Ensure your hands are aligned with your shoulders for proper form.
- Lower your body slowly to maximize muscle engagement.
Hands Release Push-up Alternatives
Tags
push-up
chest
strength
bodyweight
core
intermediate