Suspended Push-up
Muscle Groups: Chest, Shoulders
Suspended Push-up focuses on Chest, Shoulders, with Abs, Triceps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Suspended Push-up with proper form and technique.
- 1
Adjust the suspension trainer handles to a height where you can comfortably perform a push-up.
- 2
Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, palms facing each other, and extend your arms straight.
- 3
Walk your feet back until your body forms a straight line from head to heels, engaging your core.
- 4
Lower your chest towards your hands by bending your elbows, keeping your body straight and controlled.
- 5
Push through the handles to extend your arms and return to the starting position, maintaining a strong plank throughout the movement.
Secondary Muscles
While Suspended Push-up primarily targets Chest, Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs, Triceps . 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 Suspended Push-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Suspended 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.