Reverse Push-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head, Biceps Brachii, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major, Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Reverse Dip
How to: Reverse Push-up
- Sit on the ground with your hands on the surface behind you, fingers facing forward.
- Extend your legs out in front, resting your heels on the floor.
- Bend your elbows to lower your body toward the ground.
- Push through your hands to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing elbows to flare out excessively.
- Not maintaining a straight body line.
- Bouncing off the bottom position instead of maintaining control.
Modifications
- Perform the push-up on an incline to reduce difficulty.
- Try kneeling instead of using the toes for additional support.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body to engage the triceps effectively.
- Maintain a straight line from your shoulders to your heels throughout the movement.
- Control your descent and avoid dropping your hips.
Reverse Push-up Alternatives
Tags
upper arms
triceps
strength
bodyweight
fitness
workout