Power Push Aways Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Back
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Back, Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Back
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Posterior, Biceps Brachii, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Serratus Anterior, Teres Major, Chest, Infraspinatus, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Teres Minor, Brachioradialis, Biceps, Shoulders, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Push Away Exercise
How to: Power Push Aways
- Start in a plank position with hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Bend your elbows to lower your body toward the ground.
- Push back up to the starting position using your chest and back muscles.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core.
- Allowing the hips to sag.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise on your knees to reduce intensity.
- Use a wall for support if balance is an issue.
Tips
- Ensure your movements are controlled to avoid injury.
- Engage your core throughout the exercise.
- Maintain a straight line from head to heels.
Power Push Aways Alternatives
Tags
push
back
chest
strength
bodyweight
core