Raise Single Leg Push up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major Sternal Head
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major Sternal Head
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Triceps Brachii, Gluteus Maximus, Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- advanced
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Single Leg Push Up
How to: Raise Single Leg Push up
- Begin in a push-up position on your hands and toes with one leg lifted off the ground.
- Lower your body towards the ground, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Push back up to the starting position while maintaining the raised leg.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the hips sag or rise too high.
- Not fully extending or lowering the body during the push up.
- Using momentum instead of muscle control.
Modifications
- Perform the push up on your knees to reduce difficulty.
- Use a wall for incline push ups if full body weight is too challenging.
Tips
- Keep your core tight throughout the movement to maintain stability.
- Focus on controlled movements rather than speed.
- Ensure even distribution of weight on your hands to avoid injury.
Raise Single Leg Push up Alternatives
Tags
push up
chest
strength
body weight
fitness
core