Push-up Toe Touch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Triceps Brachii, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- aerobic
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Toe Touch Push-up
How to: Push-up Toe Touch
- Start in a push-up position with your hands shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body towards the ground, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
- As you push back up, bring your right hand to touch your left toe.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the hips sag during the movement.
- Not touching the toes with the opposite hand.
- Poor hand placement leading to wrist strain.
Modifications
- Perform the push-up on your knees for less intensity.
- Use an elevated surface for your hands to decrease the difficulty.
Tips
- Keep your core tight during the exercise.
- Ensure that your hips remain level while performing the push-up.
- Breathe out while pushing up and in while returning to the starting position.
Push-up Toe Touch Alternatives
Tags
chest
aerobic
plyometrics
core
push-up
strength