Kneeling Rotational Push Up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Chest
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Chest, Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Chest
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Obliques, Deltoid Anterior, Triceps Brachii, Waist
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Kneeling Rotational Pushup
How to: Kneeling Rotational Push Up
- Start in a kneeling push-up position with hands wider than shoulder-width.
- Lower your chest towards the ground in a push-up motion.
- As you push back up, rotate your torso to one side, extending the opposite arm straight upwards.
- Alternate sides with each repetition.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core, leading to a sagging lower back.
- Allowing elbows to flare out excessively.
- Failing to rotate adequately during the push-up.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise on your knees for a reduced range of motion.
- Instead of rotating, keep the push-up straightforward if rotation is too difficult.
Tips
- Ensure your core is engaged throughout the movement.
- Maintain a straight line from your knees to your shoulders.
- Breathe in while lowering and exhale while pushing back up.
Kneeling Rotational Push Up Alternatives
Tags
push-up
chest
waist
strength
intermediate
core