Isometric-explosive Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest, Triceps
Isometric-explosive Push-up focuses on Chest, Triceps, with Abs, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Isometric-explosive Push-up with proper form and technique.
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Begin in a standard push-up position with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and your body forming a straight line from head to heels.
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Lower your chest towards the floor, keeping your elbows tucked slightly, until your chest is just an inch or two above the ground.
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Hold this bottom position for a count of one to three seconds, maintaining tension throughout your chest and triceps.
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Explosively push off the floor, driving your hands upwards so they briefly leave the ground.
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Land softly back into the starting push-up position, controlling your descent to prepare for the next repetition.
Secondary Muscles
While Isometric-explosive Push-up primarily targets Chest, Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Shoulders . 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 Isometric-explosive Push-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Isometric-explosive 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.
