Push-up Plus
Muscle Groups: Chest
Push-up Plus focuses on Chest, with Triceps, Shoulders, Upper Back working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Push-up Plus with proper form and technique.
- 1
Begin in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders, pushing your torso away from the floor by protracting your shoulder blades.
- 2
Lower your chest towards the floor by bending your elbows, keeping your body in a straight line.
- 3
Push through your hands to extend your arms and return to the high plank position.
- 4
At the top of the movement, actively push your torso further away from the floor by protracting your shoulder blades again.
Secondary Muscles
While Push-up Plus primarily targets Chest , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Triceps, Shoulders, Upper Back . 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 Push-up Plus, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Push-up Plus, 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.
