Rotational Push Up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Chest
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Chest, Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Chest
- Secondary Muscles
- Obliques, Deltoid Anterior, Rectus Abdominis, Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Rotational Push-up
How to: Rotational Push Up
- Start in a push-up position with hands shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body toward the ground, keeping your back straight.
- As you push back up, rotate your torso to one side, lifting the opposite arm toward the ceiling.
- Return to the starting position and repeat, rotating to the other side.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core, leading to sagging hips.
- Not rotating enough to effectively work the obliques.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
Modifications
- Perform on your knees to reduce intensity.
- Limit the range of motion initially if necessary.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Ensure your body is in a straight line from head to heels.
- Don't allow your hips to sag or elevate too high.
Rotational Push Up Alternatives
Tags
chest
core
strength
push-up
obliques
bodyweight