Modified Push Up to Forearms Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Forearms
- Primary Muscle
- Forearms
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Chest, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Shoulders, Triceps Brachii, Triceps, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Kneeling Forearm Push-up
How to: Modified Push Up to Forearms
- Start in a high plank position with hands under your shoulders.
- Lower down to your forearms one arm at a time.
- Push back up to the starting position, one arm at a time.
- Keep your core engaged and back flat throughout the exercise.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the hips drop too low.
- Rushing through the movement.
- Not keeping the elbows close to the body.
Modifications
- Perform the push-up on knees for reduced difficulty.
- Use a raised surface for hands to modify the angle.
Tips
- Maintain a straight body line from head to heels.
- Focus on engaging the core muscles during the exercise.
- Do not let the hips sag or raise above the shoulders.
Modified Push Up to Forearms Alternatives
Tags
strength
forearms
push-up
chest
shoulders
core