Side Push up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Side Pushup
How to: Side Push up
- Start in a side plank position with your feet stacked on top of each other.
- Place one hand on the ground beneath your shoulder.
- Lower your body towards the ground keeping the elbow close to your body.
- Push back up until your arm is straight.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the hips sag.
- Flaring the elbows out excessively.
- Not going low enough during the pushup.
Modifications
- Knee Push-up for added support.
- Perform against a wall to reduce difficulty.
Tips
- Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
- Engage your core to maintain stability.
- Lower your body slowly to increase tension on the triceps.
Side Push up Alternatives
Tags
upper arms
strength
triceps
bodyweight
push up
fitness