Raise Single Arm Push up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Latissimus Dorsi
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Single Arm Push Up
How to: Raise Single Arm Push up
- Start in a push-up position, with one hand placed directly under the shoulder and the other arm extended to the side.
- Lower your body until your chest nearly touches the floor.
- Push through the palm of your hand to return to the starting position while keeping your body straight.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the hips droop.
- Not keeping the elbow close to the body.
- Using momentum instead of controlled motion.
Modifications
- Perform on knees to reduce intensity.
- Use an elevated surface for hands to decrease difficulty.
Tips
- Keep your core tight throughout the movement.
- Maintain a straight body line from head to heels.
- Avoid letting your hips sag or rise too high.
Raise Single Arm Push up Alternatives
Tags
chest
upper body
strength
push-up
bodyweight
core