Explosive Crossover Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest, Triceps
Explosive Crossover Push-up focuses on Chest, Triceps, with Shoulders, Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Explosive Crossover Push-up with proper form and technique.
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Start in a high plank position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and your body straight from head to heels.
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Lower your chest towards the ground while keeping your elbows close to your sides, then push up explosively, using your hands to jump slightly to the right or left.
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Land softly back in the plank position and repeat, alternating sides with each push-up.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Explosive Crossover Push-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core tight throughout the movement to maintain a straight body line.
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Avoid flaring your elbows out; keep them tucked close to your body for better support.
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Ensure you land softly to protect your wrists and avoid injury.
Secondary Muscles
While Explosive Crossover Push-up primarily targets Chest, Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders, Abs . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Explosive Crossover Push-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Explosive Crossover Push-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
