Spiderman Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest
Spiderman Push-up focuses on Chest, with Abs, Shoulders, Triceps, Obliques, Abductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Spiderman Push-up with proper form and technique.
- 1
Start in a high plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders and your body forming a straight line from head to heels.
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As you begin to lower your chest towards the floor, simultaneously bend your right knee and bring it towards your right elbow.
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Continue lowering until your chest is just above the floor, with your right knee as close to your right elbow as possible.
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Push through your hands to extend your arms and return to the high plank position, simultaneously extending your right leg back to meet your left.
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Repeat the movement on the opposite side, bringing your left knee towards your left elbow as you lower into the push-up.
Secondary Muscles
While Spiderman Push-up primarily targets Chest , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Shoulders, Triceps, Obliques, Abductors . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Spiderman 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.