Side Push-up with Towel Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Triceps Brachii, Deltoid Anterior, Biceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Towel Side Push-up
How to: Side Push-up with Towel
- Begin in a side plank position with your hand on the towel and your feet stacked.
- Engage your core and lower your body by bending your elbow while keeping the towel gripped.
- Push back up to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of reps.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the hips sag.
- Not lowering the body far enough.
- Relying too much on the shoulders rather than the chest.
Modifications
- Perform on your knees instead of your toes for less resistance.
- Use a step or raised surface to reduce the intensity.
Tips
- Keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
- Avoid letting your hips drop or pike upwards.
- Focus on squeezing your chest muscles as you push up.
Side Push-up with Towel Alternatives
Tags
push-up
chest
bodyweight
strength
pectorals
upper body