Twist Push-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoids, Triceps, Triceps Brachii, Obliques, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
How to: Twist Push-up
- Begin in a standard push-up position with hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body to the ground, keeping your elbows close to your body.
- As you push back up, twist your torso to one side, raising the opposite arm towards the ceiling.
- Return to the starting position and repeat, alternating sides.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back while twisting.
- Letting the hips drop during the push-up.
- Not completing the full range of motion.
Modifications
- Knees on the ground to reduce difficulty.
- Elevate your hands on a bench or step for easier variation.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Ensure your elbows do not flare out excessively.
- Maintain a straight line from head to heels.
Twist Push-up Alternatives
Tags
chest
push-up
strength
upper body
bodyweight
core