Push-up (bosu ball) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Bosu ball
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Deltoid
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.2
- Alternate Names
- Bosu Ball Push-up
How to: Push-up (bosu ball)
- Begin in a push-up position with your hands on the bosu ball.
- Engage your core and keep your back straight.
- Lower your body towards the bosu ball, keeping your elbows at a 45-degree angle.
- Push back up to the starting position using your chest and arms.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting hips sag towards the ground.
- Incorrect hand placement too far apart or too close together.
- Rushing through the movement without proper form.
Modifications
- Perform on knees to reduce intensity.
- Use a stability ball instead of a bosu ball for added support.
Tips
- Keep your core tight throughout the movement.
- Place your hands shoulder-width apart on the bosu ball for stability.
- Lower your body until your chest nearly touches the bosu ball.
Push-up (bosu ball) Alternatives
Tags
chest
strength
push-up
bosu ball
upper body
intermediate