Modified Hindu Push-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Chest, Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 3.5
- Alternate Names
- Modified Cobra Push-up
How to: Modified Hindu Push-up
- Start in a push-up position with your hands placed slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body down while keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Push back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
Common Mistakes
- Not lowering the body enough.
- Allowing the hips to sag or rise excessively.
- Holding the breath instead of breathing rhythmically.
Modifications
- Perform the push-up from your knees to reduce intensity.
- Use a wall instead of the floor for a less strenuous incline variant.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Focus on controlled movements rather than speed.
- Lower your body as far as comfortable, ensuring a full range of motion.
Tags
chest
waist
stretching
bodyweight
push-up
core